Life Sciences
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 4
Email address
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+81 3 5501 2111Chambers Review
Atsumi & Sakai is sought after for its expertise in the pharmaceutical, medical devices, biotechnology and health technology industries. The firm provides Japanese and international businesses with a range of advisory capabilities on agreements, intellectual property and associated disputes.
Work Highlights
- Atsumi & Sakai advised the Foundation for Biomedical Research and Innovation at Kobe on preparation and execution of the clinical manufacture and supply agreement with Fujifilm for a stem cell therapy undergoing phase III trials.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team quickly clarifies issues that need to be scrutinised."
"Atsumi & Sakai were able to respond quickly to our request. Their service level and response were impeccable."
"The team quickly clarifies issues that need to be scrutinised."
"Atsumi & Sakai were able to respond quickly to our request. Their service level and response were impeccable."
Notable Practitioners
Harukuni Ito is a well-regarded IP litigator who regularly acts for clients from the pharmaceutical, medical device and biotechnology industries in licensing disputes.
"Harukuni Ito is the most gentlemanly and brilliant lawyer I have ever met."