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As sustainability becomes an increasingly central theme in corporate management, companies are expected to address a wide range of complex issues, including the transition to a decarbonized society, respect for human rights, supply chain transparency, and the expansion of ESG investment. These issues are no longer limited to risk mitigation but are now seen as critical drivers of corporate value and long-term growth.

In this rapidly evolving landscape, where national policies and international agreements are constantly shifting, companies must maintain the agility to navigate regulatory changes and geopolitical risks. Keeping pace with the latest developments requires specialized knowledge and a proactive approach to managing legal and reputational risks.

ZeLo supports companies striving for sustainable growth by providing legal guidance tailored to the evolving demands of sustainability. Our services include advising startups and established businesses involved in sustainability initiatives, assisting in the development of internal systems to address environmental and human rights issues, and offering cross-functional support in areas such as dispute resolution and crisis management.

Our Services

We provide practical and accessible support tailored to each company’s sustainability goals, delivered by legal professionals with expertise in ESG and related fields. Our services include:

Service 1: Legal Support for Businesses Engaged in Sustainability

• Outsourced legal support for companies engaged in sustainability-related business activities, including contract review, compliance research, and document preparation
• Legal review and design of sustainable business models
• Legal research and compliance advice on applicable regulations and certification systems
• Legal advisory on environmental policies such as carbon neutrality and carbon pricing
• Support for financing and investment agreements, including VC, CVC, and impact investments
• Support for drafting and negotiating joint research and business collaboration agreements
• Risk assessment and contract support for international business expansion
• Advisory services for research and analysis of sustainability-related policies and regulatory developments in overseas markets
• Drafting internal policies and designing workflows in compliance with relevant regulations

Service 2: Legal Support for Corporate Sustainability Management

• Support for developing sustainability policies, including ESG and human rights policies
• Assistance in establishing human rights and environmental due diligence frameworks, including risk assessments and contractual measures
• Advisory services for establishing compliance frameworks based on ESG-related laws, including environmental law, labor and employment law, and other human rights regulations
• Legal review of sustainability-related disclosures
• Legal advice on stakeholder engagement and dialogue
• Implementation of employee training programs and support in building sustainability governance structures

Service 3: Sustainability-Related Crisis Management and Dispute Resolution

• Support for initial response and reputation management in sustainability-related crises, including human rights violations, environmental damage, and greenwashing
• Handling contractual disputes and legal claims related to sustainability risks in supply chains
• Legal support for ESG-related litigation and class actions
• Development of whistleblower systems and third-party reporting mechanisms

Service 4: Public Affairs and Regulatory Support for Sustainability

• Research and analysis of domestic and international ESG and sustainability policy developments
• Legal support for submitting policy opinions to government bodies, international organizations, and industry associations
• Risk assessment and framework design for effective lobbying activities

Service 5: Legal Support for Sustainability-Related Corporate and M&A Matters

• Structuring and negotiating ESG-aligned investment frameworks
• Legal advisory on sustainability-focused corporate governance practices
• Due diligence and legal support for M&A and business reorganizations with ESG considerations, including supply chain ESG due diligence

Experience

We have extensive experience providing legal support to companies across various industries and stages of growth, with a focus on sustainability-related initiatives. Representative matters from our sustainability practice include the following:

• Provided legal advice to startups and companies engaged in sustainability-related businesses, including business model design, regulatory compliance, financing, and contract negotiation
  • Supported businesses in the circular economy sector, including waste management, recycling, and residue utilization
  • Advised power-related businesses, including power generation, electricity retail, and electricity markets
  • Supported legal matters related to carbon credits and emissions trading businesses
  • Advised businesses focused on CO₂ emissions visualization and carbon capture technologies, including CCS and CCUS
  • Provided legal support to clients involved in the electric vehicle (EV) sector
• Advised on investment and business alliance agreements involving sustainability-focused startups
• Organized and delivered seminars, training sessions, and workshops on sustainability-related topics
• Conducted legal research on sustainability-related regulations and supported submissions of opinions to governmental authorities and industry groups

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