We provide comprehensive legal support necessary for Japanese companies doing business in China.
We handle legal issues related to trade transactions with Chinese companies, debt collection involving Chinese companies, establishment and management of Chinese subsidiaries, labor issues of Chinese subsidiaries, personal information, and data protection of Chinese subsidiaries, restructuring and M&A of Chinese subsidiaries, and dissolution and liquidation of Chinese subsidiaries.
Table of Contents
Preparation of Chinese Language Contracts
In transactions between China and Japan, it is essential to be aware of the differences between the two countries’ legal systems and business practices, and to prepare transaction-related documents tailored to the specific characteristics of the various contracts.
We provide comprehensive support for entering into contracts with Chinese companies, from drafting and translating Chinese-language contracts to conducting legal checks and offering negotiation advice.
Establishment and Management of Chinese Subsidiaries
There are various ways for Japanese companies to establish a company in China.
We propose the most suitable method for incorporating a company, tailored to each company’s specific needs. We prepare contracts, articles of incorporation, and other necessary documents for company incorporation, ensuring compliance with relevant Chinese laws and regulations. Additionally, we provide support for approval and registration procedures.
We provide Japanese translations of all necessary documents.
Labor Issues Involving Chinese Subsidiaries
In recent years, labor disputes have been increasing among foreign companies, and Japanese companies are no exception.
One reason for this is the enactment of a series of labor-related laws, including the Labor Contract Law, which has strengthened awareness of workers’ rights.
As a Japanese company with a local subsidiary, it is necessary to have a correct understanding of labor-related laws and regulations in China and to consider measures to prevent labor disputes.
In addition, if a labor dispute arises, it is essential to understand the dispute resolution process, which consists of consultation, labor mediation/arbitration, and labor litigation, and to take appropriate measures in accordance with each procedure.
We provide support for the resolution of labor disputes at all stages.
Personal Information and Data Protection in China
In China, laws concerning personal information and data, such as the “Network Security Law (Cyber Security Law),” the “Data Security Law,” and the “Personal Information Protection Law,” have been established, and companies are required to properly comply with these laws.
We provide advice on the formulation of personal information management regulations and privacy policies for Chinese subsidiaries in light of the latest laws and regulations, as well as on issues such as transfers of personal information outside of China and data protection as they relate to doing business in China.
Restructuring and M&A of Chinese Subsidiaries
We are able to provide the necessary support for the actual circumstances of a transaction, from the proposal of a restructuring scheme for a Chinese subsidiary to the execution of the actual procedures.
We can also provide advice on relevant legal regulations in the event of a merger or acquisition (M&A) of a Chinese company, and we can also act on your behalf in the procedures required under China’s Anti-Monopoly Law to declare a business combination to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce.
