Intellectual Property: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 2
Email address
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+81 (0)3 6271 9900Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie maintains a robust practice, skilled at taking on a variety of IP issues and well known forits handling ofglobalIP portfolio management andanti-counterfeiting matters, as well as trade mark and patent litigation.The firm assists onlicensing and other commercialisations, as well as cross-border corporate acquisitions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"BM has a strong team of domestic IP specialists who can advise us on Japanese IP matters."
"Baker always provides quick and accurate responses that I want to hear."
"They know local regulations very well. They have insights into different markets and are experienced in complex Japanese transactions."
"BM has a strong team of domestic IP specialists who can advise us on Japanese IP matters."
"Baker always provides quick and accurate responses that I want to hear."
"They know local regulations very well. They have insights into different markets and are experienced in complex Japanese transactions."
Notable Practitioners
Kensaku Takase is a trade mark and copyright specialist, handling both litigation and transactional matters. He also handles matters relating to domain names and unfair competition.
"Ken Takase, who leads the BM team, has a wealth of experience and provides not only IP knowledge but also guidance when determining commercial issues."
"He is responsive and knows about local practice."