Environmental Law

We primarily advise foreign and domestic industrial companies and financial institutions on a broad array of matters related to the environment, including environmental contamination and regulatory compliance with respect to workplace safety, hazardous materials and industrial waste, in connection with their business activities, operations and transactions (including but not limited to mergers and acquisitions, real estate sales and acquisitions and related financing transactions). We also represent our clients in various disputes arising from alleged violations of environmental regulations as well as represent them before government agencies in compliance related matters. This is particular the case where we provide comprehensive legal assistance to enterprises that seek to dispatch their production and other operations to overseas, by, among other things, advising on matters related to risk management and compliance in relation to environmental regulations, and derivative matters, such as consumer protection issues, product liability and product recall and other product quality related responsibilities.

We have also proactively assisted government agencies and entrepreneurs in establishing systems and schemes for emissions trading and in promoting a variety of renewable energy projects that contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, recently, we have actively provided advice on ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) investment, green financing, and corporate achievement of its SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). We would like to contribute to achieving a carbon-free society and sustainable development through our work for clients.