Debt Relief Lawyers in Sumida Ward
Legal resources for debt relief issues in Sumida Ward.
Consultation Resources
| Court | Tokyo District Court |
| Bar Association | 東京弁護士会・第一東京弁護士会・第二東京弁護士会 |
| Legal Aid | 法テラス東京 |
| Free Consultation | 墨田区 区民法律相談（予約制・無料） |
About Debt Relief
Three Debt Relief Options
Japan offers three main approaches to debt relief, each suited to different financial situations.
Overpayment Claims (Kabarai-kin)
Before the full implementation of the revised Money Lending Business Act in June 2010, many consumer finance companies charged interest rates in the so-called "grey zone" — above the Interest Rate Restriction Act limits (15-20% depending on principal) but below the Investment Act ceiling (29.2%).
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