Morrison Foerster, Dispute Resolution | Chambers Global Profile

About

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Morrison & Foerster is the largest global firm with a dedicated litigation team in Japan. We have broad experience in IP disputes, adversarial patent licensing negotiations, and general commercial litigation, in which we handle everything from consumer class action and product defect claims, to major construction disputes. Our U.S. and Japan-qualified litigators represent clients in commercial and intellectual property litigation in courts, before administrative agencies, and in arbitration venues in Japan. Our extensive internal investigation experience includes alleged accounting misstatements, product mislabeling, construction defects, and matters involving possible corrupt practices under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).

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Dispute Resolution: International - Japan

Band 1

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.

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Work Highlights

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Morrison Foerster represented Fujitsu in an action brought by Cypress Semiconductor against its former subsidiary, Fujitsu Semiconductor, for alleged breach of contract, interference with contract, indemnity and unfair competition in the California Superior Court for Santa Clara County.

Strengths

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They are very quick to digest complicated facts over long years and to analyse the legal implications arising from them.

Dispute Resolution: International respondent
Global

Morrison Foerster have a deep understanding of our business and can take appropriate measures in consideration of the impact on our business.

Dispute Resolution: International respondent
Global

They are very quick to digest complicated facts over long years and to analyse the legal implications arising from them.

Dispute Resolution: International respondent
Global

Morrison Foerster have a deep understanding of our business and can take appropriate measures in consideration of the impact on our business.

Dispute Resolution: International respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Max Olson

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 Olson provides an elite-level service.

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Chie Yakura

Band 4

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

Chie Yakura responds to a matter based on a deep understanding of the business and understanding the needs of the client.

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Daniel Levison

Expertise Based Abroad

Daniel Levison is head of the firm's litigation group in Singapore, assisting clients with complex investigation, litigation and arbitration matters.

Dan is very good at making sure there's good alignment between law firm and client.

Dan is a knowledgeable and savvy practitioner, who is particularly adept in the Asia or Japan environment.

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Louise Stoupe

Expertise Based Abroad

Louise Stoupe commands respect from sources for her handling of litigation proceedings between US and Japanese parties, in addition to international arbitration cases.

Louise always demonstrates strong and rich experience and expertise in handling complicated cross-border disputes, digesting complicated factual background and its legal implications.

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