Satoko K. has a diverse work experience in the legal field. Satoko started their career at Coudert Brothers LLP as an Associate from September 2000 to February 2003. Satoko then became a Counsel at Shearman and Sterling LLP in New York and Tokyo, specializing in Capital Markets, antitrust, and internal investigations from April 2003 to May 2015. In 2016, they worked as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Arkansas School of Law, teaching various law courses. Since May 2017, Satoko has been working as the VP, General Counsel, and Chief Compliance Officer at NewRoad Capital Partners, LLC, a registered investment firm.
Satoko K. received a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree in International Legal Studies from Sophia University. Satoko then pursued further education and obtained a Masters of Law (LL.M.) degree specializing in Agricultural and Food Law from the University of Arkansas School of Law, Fayetteville. Finally, they completed their Doctor of Law (JD) degree at Georgetown University Law Center.
May, 2017 - present