Resignation agencies transmit an employee's intent to resign. Non-attorney agencies cannot negotiate terms (unauthorized practice of law under Attorney Act Art. 72). Labor union-type agencies can negotiate under collective bargaining rights (Constitution Art. 28). Under Civil Code Art. 627, employees can resign with 2 weeks' notice without employer consent.
Labor Issues- View allLast updated: 2026-03-13
Resignation Agency Services in Japan: Legal Framework and Risks
Key Takeaways
- ✓Non-lawyer resignation agencies risk illegal practice if they negotiate
- ✓Attorney-based services can handle unpaid wage negotiations
- ✓Full-time employees can resign with 2 weeks' notice
- ✓Union-based services can negotiate with employers through collective bargaining rights
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