The primary components of our Consumer Goods and Retail sector are as follows:
1. Product Development, Sourcing, and Manufacturing
This covers the legal framework for creating and producing goods.
a. Intellectual Property (IP) Protection:
b. Supply Chain and Manufacturing Agreements:
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- Supplier and Vendor Contracts: Drafting and negotiating agreements with raw material suppliers.
- Manufacturing and Co-packing Agreements: Structuring deals with third-party manufacturers, including quality control standards, production quotas, and liability for defects.
- Logistics and Distribution Agreements: Contracts with warehouses, distributors, and freight carriers.
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2. Regulatory Compliance and Product Safety
a. Product Safety and Labelling:
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- FDA Regulation (Food, Drugs, Cosmetics, Dietary Supplements): Ensuring compliance with all aspects of the regulations, including ingredients, labelling, health claims, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Indonesian National Standard Regulation: Advising on the compliance and registration.
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b. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).
3. Marketing, Advertising, and E-Commerce
a. Advertising Law:
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- Ensuring all advertising is truthful and non-deceptive. This includes substantiation for all performance and health claims.
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b. E-Commerce and Data Privacy:
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- Website Terms of Service & Privacy Policies: Drafting legally compliant policies for online sales.
- Data Security: Advising on compliance with data privacy laws, especially concerning the collection of customer data.
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4. Retail Operations and Real Estate
This covers the physical and operational aspects of running a retail business.
a. Commercial Leasing: Negotiating and drafting leases for retail stores, headquarters, and distribution centers.
b. Labor and Employment Law:
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- Advising on wage and hour issues for hourly employees, overtime rules, and break policies.
- Handling unionization efforts and collective bargaining for retail staff.
- Drafting employee handbooks and managing discrimination/harassment claims.
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5. Corporate and Transactional Work
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Facilitating the acquisition of or merger with other brands, retailers, or distributors.
- Franchising and Licensing: Structuring franchise agreements for retail expansion and licensing deals for brand names.
- Financing and Venture Capital: Securing funding for startups and high-growth brands in the consumer space.
6. Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Product Liability Lawsuits: Defending companies against claims that a product caused injury or damage. This is a primary area of litigation.
- IP Litigation: Suing to protect against trademark or patent infringement, or defending against such claims from competitors.
- Commercial Disputes: Resolving contract disputes with suppliers, distributors, or landlords.