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Dispute Resolution: International - Japan

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What the Team is Known For

Morrison Foerster is noted for its outstanding team dedicated to assisting clients embroiled in contentious matters involving the USA. The firm offers particular strength in IP and technology disputes, frequently acting in patent infringement, antitrust and trade secrets cases. It is equipped to handle cases brought under ICC and JCAA rules. The team is also active in assisting with investigations instigated by whistleblowing and with arbitration matters. The firm has a proven track record in assisting with disputes pertaining to M&A and cross-border investments.

Work Highlights

  • Morrison Foerster represented Citizen Watch and its US subsidiary in a patent litigation brought by Omnitek Partners in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, for alleged solar wristwatches patent infringement.

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Notable Practitioners

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Max Olson
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Max Olson
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Band 2
Max Olson is widely respected for his cross-border litigation and arbitration practice, and he demonstrates particular expertise in handling contentious intellectual property matters, often involving trade secrets misappropriation and patent infringement.

Max is a visionary legal practitioner and scholar who represents the best in his field in the Tokyo and Japan markets for dispute resolution and IP-related matters.

Chie Yakura
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Chie Yakura
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Band 3
Chie Yakura has experience handling commercial litigation and arbitration cases, particularly in relation to intellectual property, product liability and antitrust disputes.

Chie Yakura is a brilliant legal mind whose capabilities always impress!

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Dispute Resolution: International

Max Olson
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Max Olson
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Band 2
Chie Yakura
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Chie Yakura
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Band 3