Authense Law Office's 4 Attorneys and the Firm Nominated for ALB Japan Law Awards 2026

## Authense Law Office Nominated as Finalist for ALB Japan Law Awards 2026

Authense Law Office, based in Minato Ward, Tokyo, has announced that four of its attorneys have been selected as finalists in individual categories for the "Asian Legal Business (ALB) Japan Law Awards 2026," hosted by Thomson Reuters. Additionally, the firm has been nominated as a finalist in the firm category for the "Real Estate Law Firm of the Year."

The firm is a comprehensive practice specializing in corporate and real estate law, leveraging a wide range of professional expertise to address client challenges. In the real estate sector specifically, the firm manages over 12,000 consultations annually, utilizing a unique internal workflow focused on early resolution. Furthermore, the firm has actively introduced AI and technology-driven solutions to achieve faster and more effective problem-solving.

Being named finalists in multiple categories validates the firm's deep legal expertise, case management capabilities, and commitment to delivering value to clients. Guided by the mission, "Providing the best possible service to every client," the firm continues to pursue legal services that adapt to changing societal needs.

### List of Finalists

#### Individual Categories
- Dispute Resolution Lawyer of the Year: Masaki Kawaguchi
- Managing Partner of the Year: Yoshinobu Nishio
- Woman Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm): Mari Takahashi
- Young Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm): Daiki Suma

#### Firm Category
- Real Estate Law Firm of the Year

The award winners are scheduled to be announced at the ceremony on June 12, 2026.

### Profiles of Finalists
- **Masaki Kawaguchi (Nominee for Dispute Resolution Lawyer of the Year)**: Possesses significant trial experience, including MBO-related litigation and lay judge trials. Also experienced in supporting startups with funding and legal matters.
- **Yoshinobu Nishio (Nominee for Managing Partner of the Year)**: Specializes in venture law, HRTech, entertainment, and sports law, while actively supporting M&A for growth-oriented companies.
- **Mari Takahashi (Nominee for Woman Lawyer of the Year)**: A former prosecutor with experience in criminal and family law, currently serves as an external director for listed companies and is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
- **Daiki Suma (Nominee for Young Lawyer of the Year)**: Focuses on corporate law, advertising compliance, and sports law, specializing in providing holistic and rapid legal solutions.

### About 'Legal Cloud'
Authense Law Office also offers "Legal Cloud," an outsourcing service for companies facing staffing shortages. The firm dispatches experienced attorneys to act as direct members of a client's legal department. Service can typically begin within two weeks of inquiry.