Joint Custody to be Enforced in April! Tokyo Bar Association Launches Free Consultation Service
Tokyo Bar Association has launched "Kyodoshinken.com," a new website providing comprehensive information and legal explanations on the upcoming joint custody system, effective April 1, 2026. They also offer initial free consultations, including online options, for individuals navigating divorce, child custody changes, and joint custody applications, leveraging their expertise in family law.
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New Site 'Kyodoshinken.com' Launched
Tokyo Bar Association has opened 'Kyodoshinken.com,' an information website for joint custody, in conjunction with the enforcement of the joint custody system on April 1, 2026.
Joint custody affects various aspects, not only avoiding parental rights disputes but also participation in childcare, child support, visitation, etc.
Kyodoshinken.com
Explanations by Lawyers Strong in Divorce Cases Published
Deepen your understanding of the new 'joint custody' system and make the best choice for you and your child.
We publish various explanations by lawyers strong in divorce cases regarding the joint custody system, which causes much anxiety.
Examples of explanatory articles published on 'Kyodoshinken.com' ▼
* Is joint custody mandatory?
* What if there is DV/emotional abuse?
* What about child support?
* What if already divorced?
* What if remarried?
* Difference from sole custody
List of Explanations Here
Launch of Initial Free Consultation Service
With the enforcement of the joint custody system, we have launched an initial free consultation service regarding joint custody.
Those who have applied for joint custody or wish to apply can also sign a contract later via electronic contract, mail, etc., after taking it home and considering it.
No immediate decision is required for the contract! It's fine to proceed after you are convinced.
Online consultations are also available *conditions apply
◆ Who can use online consultation ◆
Those planning to file a request to change sole custody to joint custody, entrusting the procedure to a lawyer.
Those who have been requested to change sole custody to joint custody and plan to respond by entrusting it to a lawyer.
In particular, we handle consultations regarding changes in parental rights for those already divorced, those who wish to apply for a change to joint custody, or those who have had such an application filed against them.
Consultation Booking & Inquiries
About Tokyo Bar Association
Focus on Divorce and Joint Custody
This is a law firm with 3 locations in Tokyo, employing 8 lawyers. *As of April 2026.
We have long focused on the divorce field and began researching joint custody early on.
We support issues related to parental rights with our extensive experience and know-how.
Moving forward, 'Kyodoshinken.com' will continue to provide accurate and practical information on the joint custody system, aiming to reduce the anxiety of parties involved and support appropriate decision-making.
* Those who have applied for a change to joint custody
* Those who wish to apply for a change to joint custody
* Those planning to divorce and considering the application of joint custody
For those troubled by the joint custody system, such as the above, please feel free to use the free consultation service of Tokyo Bar Association.
Kyodoshinken.com
Tokyo Bar Association has opened 'Kyodoshinken.com,' an information website for joint custody, in conjunction with the enforcement of the joint custody system on April 1, 2026.
Joint custody affects various aspects, not only avoiding parental rights disputes but also participation in childcare, child support, visitation, etc.
Kyodoshinken.com
Explanations by Lawyers Strong in Divorce Cases Published
Deepen your understanding of the new 'joint custody' system and make the best choice for you and your child.
We publish various explanations by lawyers strong in divorce cases regarding the joint custody system, which causes much anxiety.
Examples of explanatory articles published on 'Kyodoshinken.com' ▼
* Is joint custody mandatory?
* What if there is DV/emotional abuse?
* What about child support?
* What if already divorced?
* What if remarried?
* Difference from sole custody
List of Explanations Here
Launch of Initial Free Consultation Service
With the enforcement of the joint custody system, we have launched an initial free consultation service regarding joint custody.
Those who have applied for joint custody or wish to apply can also sign a contract later via electronic contract, mail, etc., after taking it home and considering it.
No immediate decision is required for the contract! It's fine to proceed after you are convinced.
Online consultations are also available *conditions apply
◆ Who can use online consultation ◆
Those planning to file a request to change sole custody to joint custody, entrusting the procedure to a lawyer.
Those who have been requested to change sole custody to joint custody and plan to respond by entrusting it to a lawyer.
In particular, we handle consultations regarding changes in parental rights for those already divorced, those who wish to apply for a change to joint custody, or those who have had such an application filed against them.
Consultation Booking & Inquiries
About Tokyo Bar Association
Focus on Divorce and Joint Custody
This is a law firm with 3 locations in Tokyo, employing 8 lawyers. *As of April 2026.
We have long focused on the divorce field and began researching joint custody early on.
We support issues related to parental rights with our extensive experience and know-how.
Moving forward, 'Kyodoshinken.com' will continue to provide accurate and practical information on the joint custody system, aiming to reduce the anxiety of parties involved and support appropriate decision-making.
* Those who have applied for a change to joint custody
* Those who wish to apply for a change to joint custody
* Those planning to divorce and considering the application of joint custody
For those troubled by the joint custody system, such as the above, please feel free to use the free consultation service of Tokyo Bar Association.
Kyodoshinken.com