One-Stop Legal Services Across 8 Key Practice Areas

Stock and asset acquisitions or sales

Corporate mergers and reorganizations

Legal due diligence, including:

Financial and accounting review in collaboration with CPAs

Transaction structuring

Employee communications and key personnel interviews

Review of litigation history, liens, intellectual property, commercial leases

Transfer of licenses and permits

Business succession and government notifications

New and transferred liquor licenses

Drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts

Preparation of wills, trusts, and powers of attorney

Advance healthcare directives

Transfer on Death Deeds and title transfers

Probate court procedures and estate administration

Support for recovering U.S.-based assets

Collaboration with U.S.-based tax advisors for inheritance and gift tax filings

Advice on U.S.-Japan tax treaties and cross-border estate matters

Drafting and reviewing residential purchase agreements

Preparation and recording of title deeds

FIRPTA compliance and refund applications in cooperation with CPAs

Full support from escrow to closing, in coordination with title companies and realtors

Legal due diligence for commercial properties

Drafting and negotiation of purchase agreements, lease agreements (commercial & residential), and related legal documents

Formation of corporations and other entities with tax/legal planning

Shareholder agreements

Preparation of board and shareholder resolutions and minutes

Entity structuring based on tax, liability, and immigration considerations

Strategic planning for group structures with an eye toward risk management, visa eligibility, tax efficiency, and long-term exit planning

Corporate dissolution and liquidation procedures

Negotiation and settlement of disputes

Mediation and arbitration representation

Full litigation services in civil matters

Employment-based visas (E, L, H-1B, O, P, R)

Permanent residency (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-5, family-based, diversity lottery)

Other visas and documentation (B, F, K visas, re-entry permits, U.S. citizenship)

Support letters to CBP for clients with concerns about ESTA entry

Compliance with employment authorization regulations

Drafting offer letters, employment contracts, and company handbooks

Legal support for termination procedures

Advice on workplace harassment and discrimination

Wage, benefit, and tip compliance guidance

Representation in state and federal labor agency matters

State-level franchise registration and filings

Compliance with federal franchise regulations

Drafting licensing and franchise agreements

Negotiation with prospective franchisees and licensees

Enforcement of intellectual property rights, including cease-and-desist notices

Settlement and negotiation with state regulators