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CORPORATE LEGAL AFFAIRS

COMPLIANCE

Non-compliance risks seriously damaging a company's credibility. By contracting with legal counsel,
Prevent violations before they occur
We respond quickly to any problems that may arise.
Protecting corporate growth and trust
It will be possible to Work with your attorney to strengthen your risk management system.
We will make the best proposal for your company's situation,
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COMPLIANCE
COMPLIANCE
For companies considering compliance measures

First of all, let us summarize the meaning and advantages of having a legal advisor to ensure compliance.
From content such as labor compliance, personal information protection,
and compliance with advertising and labeling regulations
(Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations, Pharmaceutical Machine Law,
and Consumer Protection Act), The program covers a wide range of activities,
including cutting off relations with antisocial forces and preventing bribery.
～Attorneys Perspective on Frequently Consulted Cases and Measures to Address Them～

No. 1Labor Compliance （Compliance with Labor Laws）
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    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Claim for unpaid overtime (violation of the Labor Standards Law)
    • Disputes over wrongful dismissal or contract termination
    • Power harassment, sexual harassment, and other workplace harassment issues
  • 2

    Measures

    • Prevent problems before they occur by ensuring proper employment regulations and labor contracts
    • Adapting to changes in labor-related laws and establishing a legal labor management system
    • Immediate implementation of appropriate responses when employee complaints arise
  • 3

    Preparation Methods

    • Periodic review of work rules and labor contracts with attorneys
    • Conduct harassment training on a regular basis and set up an internal reporting desk
    • Implemented an overtime management system to prevent long working hours
No. 2Personal information protection and data management （Compliance with the Personal Information Protection Law）
  • 1

    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Information leakage due to improper management of customer data
    • Deficiencies in internal rules regarding the provision of personal information to outside parties
  • 2

    Measures

    • Able to establish a management system in line with the Personal Information Protection Law
    • Minimize risk by ensuring that internal policies are legally appropriate
    • Emergency response measures are prepared in the event of a data breach, allowing for a quick response
  • 3

    Preparation Methods

    • Work with an attorney to create and update a privacy policy
    • Strict data access control and regular internal training
    • Establish a response flow in the event of an information leak
No. 3Contract compliance with suppliers（Compliance with Antitrust Law and Subcontract Law）
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    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Violation of Antitrust Law (Abuse of a superior bargaining position to a business partner)
    • Violation of the Act against Delay in Payment of Subcontract Proceeds (unfair price fixing and delay in payment)
    • Risk of litigation due to unfair contract terms
  • 2

    Measures

    • Illegal clauses can be eliminated through legal checks of contracts
    • Ensure legal propriety of business practices and avoid legal risks
    • Correcting problems before the Fair Trade Commission investigates
  • 3

    Preparation Methods

    • Scrutinize business contracts with attorneys to create legally compliant agreements
    • Clarify payment terms and delivery rules with suppliers
    • Conducted antitrust training for internal purchasing and sales departments
No. 4Compliance with advertising and labeling regulations （Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations, Pharmaceutical Machine Law, Consumer Protection Law）
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    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Violation of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations due to exaggerated advertising
    • Violation of the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law by Inappropriate Representations in Health Foods and Cosmetics
    • Risk of administrative guidance and litigation due to consumer complaints
  • 2

    Measures

    • Check advertising expressions in advance to avoid legal violations
    • Be able to take appropriate measures to respond to consumer complaints when they arise
    • Able to voluntarily develop compliance before receiving administrative guidance
  • 3

    Preparation Methods

    • Introduced a system for pre-checking advertising wording and displays with attorneys
    • Document and train employees on rules for labeling products and services
    • Created a manual for handling complaints and assumed SNS response
No. 5Response to the General Meeting of Shareholders
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    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Consultation on the legality of proposals for shareholders' meetings
    • Advice on the operation of shareholders' meetings
    • Advice on voting rights at shareholders' meetings
  • 2

    Measures

    • Preventive measures are taken to ensure that illegal votes are not passed at shareholders' meetings
    • Reduced risk of shareholder complaints and litigation
    • Take prompt legal action in the event of unforeseen problems related to the holding of shareholder meetings
No. 6Response to Board of Directors
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    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Operation of board meetings and preparation of minutes
    • Confirmation of directors' legal responsibilities and conflict of interest transactions
    • Legal advice for critical decisions
  • 2

    Measures

    • Prompt legal checks
      ・Able to check routine legal questions and internal documents in advance
      ・Respond immediately to urgent matters (e.g., whistle-blowing, shareholder relations, etc.)
    • Compliance Enhancement
      ・Ongoing advice on the establishment and operation of a legal compliance system
      ・Prevent illegitimate decisions before they happen
    • Reduce the risk of litigation, including breach of duty of care, by making decisions "after obtaining expert advice" from directors
    • Presence as an "outside advisor" who understands the inner workings of the company through building trust and continuous involvement with management
No. 7Dealing with Shareholder Trouble (Control)
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    Most frequently consulted cases

    • Response to Exercise of Rights by Minority Shareholders
      ・Notice and response to shareholder lawsuits
      ・Legal response to requests for inspection of accounting books and shareholder registry
      ・Prevention of management intervention through stock acquisition rights, class shares, etc
    • Hostile Shareholder/Activist Response
      ・Handling of concentrated acquisition of shares (white knight, poison pill, etc)
      ・Advice on IR and disclosure
      ・Legal support to ensure confidence in management
    • Shareholder disputes in unlisted companies
      ・Handling conflicts between owner families, restrictions on transfer of shares, and requests for purchase of shares
      ・Advice on the development and review of articles of incorporation and shareholder agreements
    • Issues related to stock purchase and valuation
      ・Responding to requests to purchase shares from retired directors, heirs, etc
      ・Opinion on the basis and appropriateness of the stock price calculation
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    Measures

    • Early detection of problems and resolution at the spark stage
      ・Able to consult and respond to shareholders as soon as they become uncomfortable with their behavior
      ・We can take appropriate action before it becomes serious
    • Stabilization of shareholder meeting operations
      ・Eliminate legal risks by checking notices of convocation and agenda items in advance
      ・Support can also be provided for response manuals, Q&A, etc. on the day of the event
    • Immediacy of emergency response
      ・Lawyers who understand the actual situation of the company can immediately respond to sudden cases such as lawsuits, mediation, and provisional dispositions
    • Defense of the Company and Directors
      ・Reduce management's legal risk by developing appropriate response strategies to shareholder lawsuits and other legal issues
    • Securing External Credibility
      ・The presence of "legal backing from lawyers" for activist countermeasures and IR measures is a reassuring factor for investors and financial institutions
[collectively]

Non-compliance risks seriously damaging a company's credibility. By contracting with legal counsel,

  • "Prevent violations before they happen."
  • "We'll respond quickly in the unlikely event of a problem."
  • "Protecting Corporate Growth and Confidence."

It will be possible to Strengthen your risk management system by working with an attorney.
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