Mori Hamada's practice advises a prestigious roster of Japanese and international clients on matters related to settlement systems, fund transfers, cryptocurrency and cybersecurity. The team is led by Masakazu Masujima whose practice spans payment services, including money transmission and crypto assets, alongside crowdfunding and insurtech matters; Takane Hori who has expertise in data protection and cybersecurity; and Atsushi Okada who handles both domestic and cross-border tech-related transactions and legal issues. Masayuki Ishibashi is a key contact for security token offering and capital markets work, while Katsuya Terai offers broad regulatory and transactional guidance across the tech and financial sectors.
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Katsuya Terai
Practice head
Masakazu Masujima; Takane Hori; Atsushi Okada
Other key lawyers
Masayuki Ishibashi; Katsuya Terai; Masafumi Masuda