Morrison Foerster, Intellectual Property | Chambers Asia-Pacific Profile

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Intellectual Property: International - Japan

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Morrison Foerster fields a top-tier IP group acclaimed for its patent work involving contentious and non-contentious issues, as well as its adept handling of trade mark and trade secrets disputes. The firm is regularly instructed by internationally reputable corporations active in the TMT and pharmaceutical spheres, and excels in dealing with the IP aspects of major M&A transactions and joint ventures. The team also offers expertise in monetising IP portfolios and handles complex cross-border mandates, especially those related to the US.

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Work Highlights

Morrison Foerster acted for Fujitsu in a ten-patent litigation brought by ACQIS in the US District Court for the Western District of Texas, eventually settling the case favourably.

Strengths

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Morrison Foerster has a wealth of knowledge and a team that understands client needs above all else. Its detailed understanding of Japan's IP laws and regulations is second to none in Tokyo.

Intellectual Property: International respondent
Asia-Pacific

Deep and nuanced understanding of Japan's complex legal framework, commitment to thorough investigation and legal research and effective communication and collaboration distinguish this department.

Intellectual Property: International respondent
Asia-Pacific

Morrison Foerster has a wealth of knowledge and a team that understands client needs above all else. Its detailed understanding of Japan's IP laws and regulations is second to none in Tokyo.

Intellectual Property: International respondent
Asia-Pacific

Deep and nuanced understanding of Japan's complex legal framework, commitment to thorough investigation and legal research and effective communication and collaboration distinguish this department.

Intellectual Property: International respondent
Asia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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Max Olson

Band 1

Max Olson is active representing clients in cross-border matters. He often handles patent litigation as well as non-contentious matters such as licensing negotiations.

Working with Max has been very productive. He always listens to what we have to say and then provides his opinion. He goes beyond what is required of him.

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

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Masato Hayakawa

Band 2

Masato Hayakawa has notable experience handling licence agreements related to commercialisation and development on a global scale. His practice spans a range of sectors, representing clients from the technology and pharmaceutical industries, among others.

Masato Hayakawa is able to understand our problems very quickly, give a comprehensive analysis and help us make the right judgment. He's also very friendly; no matter the problem, it can be discussed.

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Chie Yakura

Band 3

Chie Yakura is an experienced litigator recognised for her representation of major international clients in patent and trade mark infringement cases.

She is an experienced attorney and has handled many cases for US clients against US or Japanese opponents. She always provides suggestions whenever they are needed based on her vast experience.

Yakura is a brilliant legal mind whose capabilities always impress.

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Yuka Teraguchi

Up and Coming

Yuka Teraguchi is an up-and-coming lawyer with a proficiency in advanced technologies that is greatly valued by clients. She often handles patent litigations and contractual disputes in both Japanese and US courts.

Yuka Teraguchi is a lawyer who is so good that I don't want other companies to use her. She has a particularly deep understanding of the technology, as well as the law.

Yuka has a very deep knowledge of the law and takes the time to understand the technology.

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