Public Interest
The firm contributes to creating a more diverse and thriving society by actively engaging in a broad spectrum of social and pro bono activities.
Mori Hamada's Social Mission
Lead advancements in legal practice both in Japan and overseas
The firm's lawyers possess formidable experience in a broad range of legal practice and play important roles in academia and legislative circles. The firm benefits from the presence of scholars, judges, former public prosecutors, and other experts who leverage their expertise and experience not only to make contributions through the practice of law but also to actively engage in advancing legal practices in Japan, through academic writings, lectures, and the like.
Actively engage in public interest
The firm actively participates in educational activities at law schools, international activities involving associations overseas, including the International Bar Association (IBA) and the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA), as well as pro bono activities related to refugees, law-related education, and LGBT-related matters.
Examples of Public Interest Activities
Pro Bono Projects
The firm actively participates in pro bono projects, including legal education projects and refugee assistance activities, mainly through team-based endeavors undertaken by our younger lawyers.
Public Sector Activities
Many lawyers at the firm serve in internships at governmental offices or serve as members of various councils, research groups and advisory panels to participate in planning policies and drafting bills.
Bar Association Activities
Lawyers at the firm actively participate in bar association activities and serve as court appointed defense counsel. The firm has also turned out numerous lawyers who have served in noted positions with bar associations. In addition, the firm enthusiastically participates in training lawyers for assignment to legal aid organizations.
International Pro Bono Activities
Lawyers at the firm are also involved in international pro bono activities, including participation in international groups such as the IPBA and IBA and devoting time to legal development projects in developing countries.
Educational Activities
A number of lawyers from the firm are currently teaching at law schools and other educational institutions. In addition, the firm actively provides training initiatives for up-and-coming legal professionals, taking on legal apprentices and interns.
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(Members' Portal)
The firm's "Mori Hamada My Page" service enables gathering and viewing of information on seminars, newsletters, publications, public announcements from government agencies, and other matters all in one centralized portal.