Japanese Attorney (Bengoshi)
Japan Market Entry, M&A, Regulatory & Dispute Services
Overview
Jiwon Koh is a Japanese attorney (Bengoshi) admitted in Japan and a member of the Osaka Bar Association. He focuses on cross-border legal matters involving Japan, the United States, and Korea.
His practice includes Japan market entry, M&A, corporate and commercial transactions, regulatory compliance (including healthcare, cosmetics, and advertising), labor and employment, and dispute resolution.
He has particular experience in the healthcare, beauty, and cosmetics sectors, including regulatory compliance under Japanese law (Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act, advertising regulations, and consumer protection and advertising laws).
Jiwon communicates fluently in Japanese and Korean and is also capable of handling matters in English, enabling effective coordination in cross-border transactions and disputes.
Bar Admission
Japan (Osaka Bar Association)
Recognition
Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Japan™ (5th Edition) for:
– Corporate and M&A Law
– Intellectual Property Law (Non-Patent)
– Labor and Employment Law
Languages
- Japanese
- Korean
- English
Professional Experience
| 2017 | Osaka University Law School (J.D. equivalent), completed |
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| 2018 | Passed the Japanese Bar Examination |
| 2019 | Admitted to the bar in Japan (Osaka Bar Association) |
| 2020 | Joined Yodoyabashi & Yamagami LPC |
| 2025 | LL.M., University of Southern California Gould School of Law |
| 2025-2026 | Visiting Attorney, Jenner & Block LLP (Los Angeles) |
| 2026 | Passed the New York State Bar Examination |
| 2026- | Secondment, Bae, Kim & Lee LLC (Seoul) |
Practice Areas / Services
Japan Market Entry
- Establishment of Japanese subsidiaries, branches, and representative offices
- Structuring of market entry strategies
- Regulatory and licensing analysis
- Local operational and compliance advice
- Support for startup and venture companies entering the Japanese market
- Legal support for PoC projects, strategic partnerships, and collaboration with Japanese companies
M&A / Corporate
- Share acquisitions and business transfers
- Legal due diligence
- Drafting and negotiation of transaction documents
- Post-merger integration (PMI) support
- Startup investment and new business related agreements
Regulatory Compliance (Healthcare / Cosmetics / Advertising)
- Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act (PMD Act) compliance
- Cosmetics and health food regulations
- Advertising and marketing regulations (including consumer law)
- Structuring of import and distribution schemes
Employment / Labor
- Employment disputes and litigation
- Unpaid overtime claims
- Termination, disciplinary actions, and workplace issues
- Labor law compliance and internal policies
Dispute Resolution
- Civil and commercial litigation
- Provisional remedies (attachments and injunctions)
- Debt collection and enforcement
- Cross-border disputes
Fees
Legal fees are determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature, complexity, and scope of the matter.
Typical fee structures include consultation fees, hourly rates (time charge), fixed fees, success fees, or ongoing retainer arrangements.
Retainer plans are available for clients requiring continuous legal support, including Japan market entry, M&A, regulatory compliance, and employment matters.
Detailed fee estimates will be provided upon consultation.
Contact
Email: jiwon-koh@yglpc.com
Office
| Yodoyabashi & Yamagami LPC (Japan) | https://www.yglpc.com/ |
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| Osaka Office | Yodoyabashi Station One 14F 3-6-22 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0041, Japan |
| Tokyo Office | Yusen Building 4F 2-3-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan |