About

Provided by Ushijima & Partners

At Ushijima & Partners, our Employment and Labor Law Practice Group provides comprehensive and forward-thinking legal solutions to both international clients operating in Japan, and domestic clients. We understand the unique challenges of navigating Japanese employment laws, and our experienced team provides tailored advice for both immediate concerns and long-term strategy.

Our practice focuses on supporting global companies across diverse industries, offering practical guidance on employment matters unique to the Japanese legal landscape. We routinely work with multinational corporations, in-house counsel, and HR professionals to deliver seamless support on a wide range of employment issues.

Key areas of our expertise include:

  • Advising on compliance with Japanese labor laws, including those related to overtime, benefits, and employee management;
  • Handling workplace investigations, including cases of harassment and misconduct;
  • Assisting with workforce reorganizations, redundancies, and terminations; and
  • Representing clients in employment disputes.

Our team is well positioned to assist international clients, leveraging deep expertise in cross-border matters. Ushijima & Partners is the only firm in Japan that is a member of the Employment Law Alliance, a global network of top-tier labor and employment lawyers in over 100 countries. We routinely leverage these relationships to provide optimal results in multi-jurisdictional matters.

Chambers Review

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Employment - Japan

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Ushijima & Partners frequently acts for Japanese clients in sensitive employment matters. It handles litigation and investigations, also supporting companies in the establishment of whistle-blowing systems.

Notable practitioners

Rikisuke Yamanaka and Hiroshi Watanabe are key contacts for clients.

Strengths

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Members

Provided by Ushijima & Partners

Hiroshi Watanabe

Makiko Yageta

Rikisuke Yamanaka

Head of Department

Shinobu Yanagita