Kazuko Yao, the new Chief Judge of the Fukuoka High Court, expressed her commitment to addressing the challenges of digitalizing court procedures during her inaugural press conference. Appointed in September, Yao is the first woman to hold this position at the court. Yao also highlighted the significant contributions of past female legal professionals, acknowledging their efforts in paving the way for women in the judiciary. Source: NHK
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