Naoko Inoue Shatz

Naoko Inoue Shatz

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Litigation Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Corporate & Incorporation, Employment & Labor ... +3 more

705 Second Avenue, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA

About Naoko

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Litigation 30%

Business, construction and real estate litigation.

24 years

30%
Corporate and Incorporation 15%

Setting up an entity in the U.S. including Washington State, New York, Nevada and Delaware and drafting corporate documents.

19 years

15%
Employment and Labor 15%

Defending companies on discrimination claims and advising on issues arising from employee manual, employment agreement, and severance agreement.

24 years

15%
Family 15%

Representing immigrant spouses for their divorce proceeding including protection orders arising from DV.

15%
Mergers and Acquisitions 15%

Assisting on M&A, and drafting and negotiating contracts including advising clients on legal issues in conjunction with business strategies.

19 years

15%
International Law 10%

Advising on treaties and jurisdictional issues between Japan and US. Acting as an expert for Hague Convention on International Child Abduction.

19 years

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer


Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 15 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2010

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Naoko Checking Shatz

705 Second Avenue, Suite 1500, Seattle, WA, 98104

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Naoko Inoue Shatz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Nicole | January 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Legal Representation

I had the privilege of being represented by Naoko Inoue Shatz, a highly skilled civil litigator at Shatz Law Group PLLC. From the onset of our case, it was evident that we were up against a particularly challenging opposing counsel. Ms. Shatz approached the situation with a level of preparednes...s and professionalism that was truly commendable. Her ability to anticipate and counter the arguments presented by the opposing side showcased a strategic mindset that was crucial in leveling the playing field. Facing a situation where progress seemed impossible, Ms. Shatz emerged as a beacon of hope. Her empathetic and understanding approach immediately put me at ease, and it was clear that she genuinely cared about my well-being. In moments when I felt stuck and unsure about the next steps, Ms. Shatz provided a sense of direction and assurance that proved to be immensely comforting. From the onset of my legal journey, it was evident that Ms. Shatz was not just a competent attorney but a fierce advocate for her clients. She approached my case with a determination that was both inspiring and reassuring. In the face of challenges and setbacks, she stood resolute, always keeping my best interests at the forefront. If you're seeking an exceptional civil litigator who combines legal expertise with genuine care for her clients, I wholeheartedly recommend Naoko Inoue Shatz.

Posted by KM | April 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She is one of the kind attorney in Seattle!

Naoko is a true advocate for her clients. She tries the hardest to come up with a solution that works best for her clients. She does not tell you what you want to hear to just make you feel better. She truly listens to her clients, but provides the realistic scenario and makes the best effort to... solve issues as painless as possible for her clients. She is my trusted advisor.

Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, responsive, and trustworthy

Naoko's advice is always to the point and practical. I appreciate her work very much.

Posted by anonymous | October 9, 2008

Paul

Naoko is a tremendous client advocate. There is no one in the Seattle area that can approach her dedication and responsiveness. She is knowledgable, dependable and smart...just great professional representation.

See All Client Reviews

Naoko Inoue Shatz's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Naoko
Somair Syed Alam headshot
Somair Alam

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Naoko is an excellent litigation attorney. A zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community. Highly recommended lawyer."

Heather M Morado headshot
Heather Morado

Business lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Daniel P. Harris headshot
Daniel Harris

International law lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Naoko is great at relating to both Japanese and American businesses and in working with them to achieve their goals both here and abroad."

Robert Walter Zierman headshot
Robert Zierman

International law lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Before I took on an international assignment in China, I was told: "International Business is like James Bond without the Gun." Of course this statement didn't make much sense until I commenced my post. Then I quickly realized that it means people will play on each others knowledge and lack thereof in international business every day of the week. As a result, it is extremely hard to determine the appropriate time to engage or refrain in a "shoot to kill." Well, Naoko is a superior marksman in the field of international business! She knows how to engage businesses in both the Japanese and U.S. business arenas for gain. In fact, I highly suspect that she is more deft at manuevering through Seattle's Japanese-American legal minefield than anyone else here! This is knowledge that can not be gained from books. Instead, the ability to understand and then explain cultural nuance comes with experience. Naoko has exactly that -- Experience."

Frederic Paul Vimeux headshot
Frederic Vimeux

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Personable.Professional. Astute. Great Mentor, very dedicated to her clients. Internationally minded beyond a line on the resume."

View All Endorsements
Serin Ngai headshot
Serin Ngai

Family lawyer

Thomas Joseph Guilfoil headshot
Thomas Guilfoil

Criminal defense lawyer

Daniel P. Harris headshot
Daniel Harris

International law lawyer

Heather M Morado headshot
Heather Morado

Intellectual property lawyer

Robert Walter Zierman headshot
Robert Zierman

Real estate lawyer

Susan Emily Lehr headshot
Susan Lehr

Business lawyer

Frederic Paul Vimeux headshot
Frederic Vimeux

International law lawyer

Brian Geoghegan headshot
Brian Geoghegan

Intellectual property lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

2024 Washington Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

2024

Emerging Women Leader, Center for Women & Democracy

2023

2023 Washington Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers

N/A

CALI Award for Excellence in Consumer Law, Seattle University School of Law (CALI)

N/A

Award for Excellence during the period of1988-1991, Mainichi Communications Inc.

N/A

Award for Excellence during the period of 1992-1995, Nippon Manpower Inc.

N/A

Dean's List, Seikei University

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Attorney, Shatz Law Group

2017 - 2024

Co-Founder and Board Chair, International Families Justice Coalition

2009 - 2010

Of Counsel, Williams Kastner

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Perkins Coie

2003 - 2005

Attorney, K&L Gates

Associations

2017 - Present

International Families Justice Coalition

Co-Founder

2015 - Present

U.S.-Japan Council

Associate Member

2013 - Present

Japan America Society of Washington

Board Member

2013 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Business Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Washington State Bar Association Employment Section

Member

2010 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

International Section of American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Business Section of American Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

International Section of Washington State Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Japan America Society of Washington

Member

2000 - Present

Asian Bar Association of Washington

Member

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2024

Interpreter Commission

Ethnic Organization Representative

2013 - 2014

JACLAB

Advisory Board

2012 - 2014

Asian Bar Association of Washington

Board Member

2011 - 2012

Trade Development Alliance of Greater Seattle

Member

2010 - 2010

Mentor/Mentee Program of University of Washington School of Law

Attorney

2002 - 2015

King County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Representation of a Japanese company in setting up its subsidiary in the U.S. (C Corp)

Representation of a publicly traded Japanese company in its acquisition of a Philippine company.

Representation of a publicly traded Japanese company in negotiating a Master Service Agreement with a U.S. company

Representation of a Japanese company in negotiating a Distributorship Agreement with a U.S. company

Advice on employment issues for subsidiaries of Japanese corporations in the U.S.

Representation of Toyota affiliates in its business transactions in the U.S.

Representation of one of the largest organizations in Japan

See More Legal Cases

Education

N/A

Seattle University School of Law

J.D.

N/A

University of Pennsylvania

N/A

Seikei University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2023

Access and Opportunity in the Legal System Handling Litigation involving Interpreters and Translators

2022

2022 Spring Small Business Empowerment Academy Business and Employment Law

2021

2021 Spring Judicial Conference

Tool Kit for Family Law Courts on Immigrant Families and Non-English Speakers

2020

Top Group Seminar

Legal Challenge and Regulations in the wake of COVID-19 Pandemic

2019

Washington State Bar Association CLE Seminar

Contract Negotiation and Dispute Resolution for Foreign Clients-Using International Law in Domestic Practice

2019

Top San Francisco Seminar

Washington State Law Update for 2020

2018

Top San Francisco Seminar

Paid Sick Leave affecting PTO and Workplace Harassment

2017

HR and Business Seminar

Learning from Recent Litigation arising from Corporate and Employment Law

2017

CLE Seminar

Allyship: Barriers and Best Practices for Legal Professionals

2016

PIONEERING WOMEN

Breaking Out -PIONEERING WOMEN-

2016

HR and Business Seminar

Challenging Legal Issues and 2016 Updates on Corporate and Employment Law

2016

Community Seminar

Basic Legal Issues in Living in the U.S.

2015

WSBA International Law Section CLE

Doing Business Between U.S. and Japan

2015

Japan America Society of Washington

Family Law and Estate Seminar

2015

HR and Business Seminar

Risk Management For International Business in WA

2015

Business Seminar

A-Z for Conducting Business in the U.S.

2013

Top San Francisco

Employment Law an Employer Needs to Know

2013

Japan America Society of Washington Doing Business in the U.S.A.

2012

Washington State Bar Association Company Dissolution & LLC Member Disputes

2012

Seattle Entrepreneurship Club

A-Z for Conducting Business in the U.S.

2012

Japan America Society Legal Round Table

Employment Law:How To Comply With U.S. Laws and Avoid Costly Litigation

2011

University of Washington School of Law

Legal market and my practice in WA

2011

Seattle University School of Law

International Arbitration and Business Transactions

2011

International Japanese English Translation Conference Transnational Contracts and Dispute Resolution

2011

American Bar Association, International Law Section

Pathways to Employment in International Law

2010

Seattle University School of Law

International Arbitration

2009

King County Bar Association, International Law/Corporate/In House Counsel Section CLE

Doing Business with Japanese Companies-Contract and Employment Law

2009

Employment Law Workshop

What do you need to know when your employment is about to be terminated?

2008

U.S. Law Seminar for Japanese Corporate Counsel

What legal issues are you running into when you are doing business in the U.S.?

2008

U.S. Law Seminar for Japanese Corporate Counsel

Understanding the Attorney-Client Privilege and the importance of Document Retention Policy.

Publications

2020

Mitsubishi Global Business Insight How Force Majeure Clause Works in Case of Coronavirus Outbreak

2019

Washington State Bar Association November Issue The Challenges and Benefits of Working Internationally as a Legal Professional

2019

Mitsubishi Global Business Insight Difference between Non-Disclosure Agreement and Non-Compete Agreement

2019

Mitsubishi Global Business Insight Advantage and Disadvantage in Choosing Corporate Entities in the U.S.

2018

Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ Jurisdictional Issues for Litigation between U.S. and Japan

2018

King County Bar Association Lobbying Effort Secures Funding for Immigrant Family Law Project

2018

Mitsubishi Global Business Insight Purchase Order without Agreement and Non-Payment Issues

2018

Mitsubishi Global Business Insight Choice of Jurisdiction and Double Litigation filed with Two Courts in the U.S. and Japan

2017

King County Bar Association Bulletin Standing Up for the Underrepresented

2017

Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ Jurisdiction and Controlling Law Issues during Dispute Resolution with Japan

2017

Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ Contracts and related issues between Japanese companies and U.S. companies

2017

Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi UFJ Employment Termination and Severance Agreement

2012

King County Bar Bulletin On a High Note Author: Bob Klein

2011

2011

2011

Junglecity Network, Inc. Columns on Employment Law and Business Law

2011

Washington State Paralegal Association Growing Concerns for Online Merchants and Consumers

2011

American Bar Association newsletter Joint Venture in Japan: What to Look For in Due Diligence

2010

2009

2008

2000

JEN Inc. Aspiring to become a professional

Languages

Japanese

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution