Shigeo Wakabayashi
About Shigeo Wakabayashi
Shigeo Wakabayashi is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2020. Shigeo Wakabayashi is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Litigation
Current Firm: Iwata Godo
Location: Tokyo, JP
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