Takaaki Okano
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025 About Takaaki Okano
Takaaki Okano is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2025. Takaaki Okano is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Mori Hamada
Location: Tokyo, JP
Nearby Lawyers
Kazuya Sato is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Structured Finance Law. Kazuya practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Kazuya Sato since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kazuya Sato is held by other lawyers.
Akio Kawamura is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Asset Finance Law and Investment and Investment Funds. Akio practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Akio Kawamura since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Akio Kawamura is held by other lawyers.
Shinichiro Shimizu is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Criminal Defense and Tax Law. Shinichiro practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Shinichiro Shimizu since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Shinichiro Shimizu is held by other lawyers.
Yasuyuki Kuribayashi is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Investment and Investment Funds and Labor and Employment Law. Yasuyuki practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Yasuyuki Kuribayashi since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Yasuyuki Kuribayashi is held by other lawyers.
Michael C. Graffagna is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Project Finance and Development Practice. Michael C. practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Michael C. Graffagna since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael C. Graffagna is held by other lawyers.
Katsuya Hongyo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice. His practice area focuses on financial regulatory matters (including issues relating to the Banking Act, the Insurance Business Act, the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, the Payment Services Act, the Money-lending Control Act, the Investment Act and the Asset Securitization Act), structured finance, litigations arising from the sales of financial instrume...
Kentaro Mano is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Antitrust / Competition Law. Kentaro practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Kentaro Mano since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kentaro Mano is held by other lawyers.
Yoko Maeda is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Arbitration and Mediation and Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice. Yoko practices law in Tokyo, Japan Best Lawyers has recognized Yoko Maeda since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Yoko Maeda is held by other lawyers.
Explore and Learn
What AI Visibility Means for Lawyers
by Bryan Driscoll and Josh Rupall
AI tools increasingly interpret lawyers public information. Clear, consistent and credible sources help ensure they describe legal expertise accurately.
The Best Lawyers in Canada 2027: Recognizing the Nation's Top Legal Talent
by Jamilla Tabbara
Honoring established leaders and rising practitioners across Canada's legal profession.
Recognizing Legal Leaders: The 2027 Best Lawyers Awards in Australia, Japan and Singapore
by Jamilla Tabbara
Market drivers, diversity trends and the elite practitioners shaping the legal landscape.
2027 Best Lawyers Awards: Honoring Excellence in the Legal Profession
by Jamilla Tabbara
Recognizing the outstanding attorneys leading top practice areas nationwide.
Musk v. Altman: The Lawyers Behind the Case
by Jamilla Tabbara
Meet the Trial Lawyers Shaping One of AI's Biggest Legal Disputes.
Announcing the 2027 Best Lawyers Awards: Austria, Germany and Switzerland
by Jamilla Tabbara
Celebrating the legal professionals throughout Central Europe.
The Legal Teams Behind the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni Settlement
by Grace Greer
A closer look at the legal teams and attorneys involved in the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni litigation and its resolution.
The Best Lawyers in France 2027: Peer-Reviewed Excellence
by Jamilla Tabbara
Seventeen editions of peer trust, a growing profession and a dynamic legal market.
Rules on Gifting Money to Family: What to Know
by Bryan Driscoll
Generosity often runs ahead of paperwork. Here's how to give to loved ones without surprising the IRS, your estate plan or your relationships.
