Akira Nakazawa
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014 About Akira Nakazawa
Akira Nakazawa is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2014. Akira Nakazawa is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Private Equity, Private Funds and Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Vanguard Lawyers Tokyo
Location: Tokyo, JP
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