Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions constitute a legal agreement between you, the visitor or user of this website, and Torii. By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read these terms and agree to be bound by them.

These terms apply to use of the website itself. They do not replace or modify the specific engagement terms set out in any client engagement letter, which governs the provision of legal services.

1. User obligations and conduct

1. 1.1

   Lawful use only

   You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of any third party or restrict or inhibit anyone else's use of the site.

2. 1.2

   Prohibited conduct

   You must not: distribute malware or harmful code; attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the site or associated systems; use the site for unsolicited commercial communications; or misrepresent your identity or affiliation when making contact.

3. 1.3

   Age requirements

   This website is intended for users aged 18 and over. If you are making an enquiry on behalf of a minor, please make this clear in your message.

4. 1.4

   Content guidelines

   Any content submitted through the contact form must not contain offensive, unlawful or defamatory material. We reserve the right to decline to respond to communications that do not meet basic standards of civil conduct.

2. User responsibilities

1. 2.1

   Compliance with applicable law

   You are responsible for ensuring your use of this website complies with all laws applicable to you in your jurisdiction, including data protection and electronic communications law.

2. 2.2

   Indemnification

   You agree to indemnify Torii against any claims, losses or expenses arising from your breach of these terms or your unlawful use of this website.

3. 2.3

   Third-party interactions

   Where this website links to third-party content, Torii is not responsible for the content, accuracy or policies of those third parties. Following such links is at your own risk.

3. Disclaimers and limitations of liability

1. 3.1

   No warranty

   This website and its content are provided on an "as is" basis. Torii makes no warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or fitness for any particular purpose of the information contained herein.

2. 3.2

   Limitation of liability

   To the extent permitted by law, Torii accepts no liability for loss or damage arising from reliance on content published on this website, or from any interruption in access to the site.

3. 3.3

   Consequential damages

   In no event shall Torii be liable for indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of this website, even where we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

4. 3.4

   Force majeure

   We accept no liability for failure to perform any obligation under these terms where such failure results from causes outside our reasonable control, including natural disasters, network failures or government action.

4. Legal information and dispute resolution

1. 4.1

   Governing law

   These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Japan. Any dispute arising from or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Japan.

2. 4.2

   Dispute resolution

   We encourage you to contact us directly in the first instance if any concern arises. Most matters can be addressed through direct communication without the need for formal proceedings.

3. 4.3

   Severability

   If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

4. 4.4

   Modification of terms

   Torii reserves the right to revise these terms at any time. The date of most recent revision is shown at the top of this page. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically.