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ORIGIN of FIRM’S NAME
FORTUNA means luck or good fortune in Latin.
Some Clients may feel hesitant to consult with a lawyer when they have a problem they want to solve, either because they feel difficult to approach lawyers or because of the fear of receiving convoluted advice. However, searching for solutions on the internet while being consumed by vague anxieties will not solve the problem, as no firm confidence will arise in yourself. So many times, the issues are left unresolved, making the path to resolution longer or more difficult than usual.
Fortes fortuna adiuvat (“fortune favors the brave”).
We hope our Clients take the courage to seek legal aid. We also aim to be the fortunate law firm where our Clients trust and rely on. With this hope in mind, I included the word FORTUNA into our firm’s name. We do aspire to provide legal services worthy of this name and high expectations of our Clients.
Professional History
- 2006 - 2010
- Bingham McCuthchen LLP (Tokyo)
- 2010 - 2016
- Iwata Godo Legal Office (2015- Partner)
- 2014
- Seconded to Hong Kong International Arbitration Center
- 2014 - 2015
- Seconded to Steptoe & Johnson LLP (DC Office)
- 2015 - 2016
- Seconded to Baker & Miller PLLC (DC Office)
- 2016 - 2022
- Deloitte Legal Japan (Partner)
- 2023-
- Founded OKA FORTUNA LAW
Education
- 1999
- Passed written examination of first-class diplomat
- 2002
- LL.B., Tokyo University Professional Qualification
Qualification
- Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association (registration no. 34415)
Position
- 2017-current
- External Director, Audit & Supervisory Committee Member of Maruwn Corporation
Publication & Seminars
- Co-Author of The Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Review (Law Business Research; 2nd Edition) Chapter Japan
Guest speaker at GCR Live 2nd Annual Antitrust Litigation (NY WTC)
Language
- Japanese (native), English (native-like)