DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW IN JAPAN

DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW IN JAPAN

Our ProblemsOur firm has specialized in resolving international legal challenges, with a focus on divorce cases. Our team of seasoned lawyers is well-equipped to guide you through the complexities of your situation.

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International Divorce is our expertise.

International Divorce

Divorce can be a challenging journey, particularly in complex situations involving asset division or children. Even an amicable separation can escalate unexpectedly. At Tokyo Sanno Law Office, we understand the broad impact divorce can have on your relationships with children, relatives, and friends. Acknowledging that divorce proceedings can significantly affect your life, our goal is to mitigate these impacts with expert legal assistance.

Divorce is a sensitive matter that demands professional handling. Our experienced legal team is here to guide you through the process, aiming for a resolution that is both swift and smooth. Mismanagement of divorce cases can lead to protracted, bitter disputes. Don’t take this risk. With our attorney’s guidance, your divorce or family law matter will be managed effectively and professionally.

Our dedicated team at Tokyo Sanno Law Office prioritizes your needs, whether through education, negotiation, mediation, or litigation. As seasoned trial lawyers, we are prepared to advocate for your interests in court vigorously, covering issues like divorce, child custody, marital property distribution, and other family law matters.

We value your need for information, practical advice, and understanding. Our primary objective is to resolve your legal challenges promptly, allowing you to move forward with your life. Recognizing the significant financial impact of family law issues, we are committed to protecting our clients from future financial burdens.

Hague Convention

(CONVENTION ON THE CIVIL ASPECTS OF INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION (Concluded 25 October 1980))

Hague Convention (CONVENTION ON THE CIVIL ASPECTS OF INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION (Concluded 25 October 1980)), which concerns handling of the child born between the bilingual and divorced couple, became effective on 1st, April, 2014.

In the case your divorced wife takes your child to Japan, you are entitled to file a motion in court to have your child sent back to your home. We, Japanese lawyers, specialize family matter issues are here to help you to  get your children back and ensure of your rights to your children.

If you are interested in this subject, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Civil Code

(For your reference)

Source: Japanese Law Translation Database System by 2018 Ministry of Justice, Japan

Article 770 (1) Only in the cases stated in the following items may either husband or wife file a suit for divorce:
(i)  if a spouse has committed an act of unchastity;
(ii) if abandoned by a spouse in bad faith;
(iii)  if it is not clear whether a spouse is dead or alive for not less than three years;
(iv)  if a spouse is suffering from severe mental illness and there is no prospect of recovery; or
(v) if there is any other grave cause making it difficult to continue the marriage.
(2) A court may dismiss a suit for divorce if it finds continuing the marriage reasonable taking into account all circumstances, even in the case where there is a cause listed in items (i) to (iv) inclusive of the preceding paragraph.
(Application Mutatis Mutandis of Divorce by Agreement Provisions)