Hitoshi Yokokura is both an attorney and a certified public accountant (CPA). With extensive practical experience in both professions, he possesses a deep and broad understanding of law and accounting. Recognized for his exceptional professional capabilities, he is highly trusted not only within our firm but also by attorneys from other law firms. He is frequently consulted to assist in resolving complex cases and is often described as a “lawyer’s lawyer: a lawyer who is consulted by lawyers.”

His practice areas extend beyond law to include accounting, offering a remarkably wide range of services.

In the legal field, his expertise includes litigation, economic criminal cases, bankruptcy proceedings, corporate revitalization, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), various investigative services (legal due diligence, investigations into fraud and misconduct by third-party committees), compliance, crisis management, inheritance and business succession, legal matters related to nursing care business, and general corporate legal services.

In the accounting field, he provides services such as business plan development support, internal control system improvement, corporate valuation, financial due diligence, closing guidance, and various tax filing services.

Driven by his philosophy of delivering “genuine one-stop services,” he provides detailed advice that integrates accounting, taxation, and legal perspectives, earning the trust of clients. In recent years, he has expanded his field of activities to include serving as an outside director for listed companies.