Mori Hamada, Intellectual Property | Chambers Global Profile

About

Provided by Mori Hamada

We offer comprehensive legal services in the area of intellectual property (IP), including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. Our services encompass representing clients in infringement litigation, arbitration and other dispute resolution processes, as well as advising on invalidation trials, appraisals and the strategic use of IP. We have managed numerous large-scale and complex infringement litigation and arbitration cases both in Japan and overseas. Additionally, we have significant experience and a strong track record in complex transactional matters related to IP, such as licensing, collaborative R&D, and technology transfer. Our team is also experienced in a plethora of cutting-edge topics, such as the utilization of AI and the protection of content in the metaverse.

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property: Domestic - Japan

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Mori Hamada offers a comprehensive service and is distinguished for its abilities in contentious matters centring on copyright, patent and trade mark disputes. The firm routinely acts on infringement and invalidation claims and has a strong following of technology, media and pharmaceutical clients, among others. The team also advises on IP prosecution, anti-counterfeiting and licensing agreements. It is a popular choice for domestic and international clients seeking representation in the Japan Patent Office and IP High Court.

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Work Highlights

An Mori Hamada team represented Hitachi Metals in a litigation before the Chinese Supreme Court in the field of sintered neodymium-iron-boron magnets.

Strengths

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The partners share associates in the practice group and their associates have many opportunities to work on different types of matters. The culture helps them to create their strength.