
-Attorney-
Ryota Yoshitaki
Japanese / English / Thai
Practice Areas
Mr. Yoshitaki has deep experience in Fintech regulation, international M&A, and startup law, with a particular strength in helping growing companies expand their businesses globally.
He started his career as an in-house lawyer at a leading Japanese bank, handling financial regulatory compliance. While based in Thailand, he led an international project to connect QR payment systems. He later joined the Thailand office of a leading Southeast Asian law firm, where he collaborated with a multinational team to handle international cases for Japanese companies, including labor disputes, M&A, and dispute resolution. He has a proven track record of bridging gaps between different cultures and jurisdictions.
Currently, his practice covers both inbound and outbound legal matters. For inbound cases, he assists foreign companies with their entry into and business expansion within Japan, handling a wide range of legal issues such as regulatory compliance, company formation, and contract negotiation. For outbound cases, he focuses on supporting Japanese companies expanding overseas. Specifically for Thailand, he has partnered with a local law firm to provide comprehensive support, including subsidiary establishment, labor matters, and regulatory compliance.
Education / Professional Experience
| 2011.3 | Keio University (LL.B.) |
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| 2013.3 | The University of Tokyo (J.D.) |
| 2014.11 | Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan |
| 2015.1 – 2020.8 | MUFG Bank, Ltd. (in-house counsel) |
| 2020.8 – 2021.9 | Rajah & Tann Asia (Thailand Office) |
| 2022.10 – 2025.9 | Practiced in Bangkok, Thailand (Startup companies) |
| 2025.10 | Joined AZ MORE International Law Firm |