Norio Somei
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021 About Norio Somei
Norio Somei is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2021. Norio Somei is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Litigation
Current Firm: Somei, Maeda & Nakagawa Law Offices
Location: Tokyo, JP
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