Shuntaro Shirai

Tokyo, JP

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027

About Shuntaro Shirai

Shuntaro Shirai is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan^™ since 2027. Shuntaro Shirai is recognized in the following practice area:

Tokyo, Japan
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Current Firm: Mori Hamada

Location: Tokyo, JP

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