When launching or expanding a business, it is essential for companies to comply with applicable business regulations. Failure to do so may result in administrative penalties such as business improvement orders issued by the relevant regulatory authorities, potentially forcing the suspension of business activities. Therefore, legal reviews by qualified professionals are critical—not only at the outset of a business but also throughout its operation. Moreover, the importance of establishing a robust internal control system and corporate governance framework has become increasingly evident and is now recognized as a cornerstone of corporate activity.
At ZeLo, we provide a wide range of general corporate legal services handled by highly specialized attorneys, including the preparation of legal opinions, drafting and reviewing various types of contracts, and advising on regulatory compliance matters. We also offer comprehensive corporate governance services tailored to each client’s unique business characteristics, such as internal control structuring, drafting internal regulations, and supporting shareholder meetings and board of directors meetings.
In Japan, various business activities are regulated not only under the Companies Act but also by industry-specific laws (gyō-hō) that are overseen by relevant ministries and agencies. For example, sectors such as finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and real estate are subject to complex licensing and reporting obligations. A failure to comply with these regulatory requirements—even unintentionally—may result in severe sanctions or business suspensions. Therefore, an accurate and practical legal assessment rooted in Japanese law is essential at all stages of business.
ZeLo is well-equipped to provide such legal assessments and documentation under Japanese law, including bilingual (Japanese-English) contracts, legal opinions, and internal company rules. We regularly support foreign and multinational clients by preparing documents that are legally effective under Japanese law while also being clearly understandable to overseas stakeholders.
Our Services Include
- Structuring internal corporate systems and drafting/reviewing internal regulations
- Drafting and reviewing various types of contracts
- Support for shareholder matters and general shareholders' meetings
- Support for board of directors meetings
- Preparation of legal opinions
- Corporate registration services
- Legal advice on regulatory compliance and industry-specific laws
- General legal support for all matters related to corporate activities
- Drafting and reviewing bilingual contracts and legal opinions under Japanese law
- Legal translation and explanation of Japanese legal concepts for foreign entities doing business in Japan
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