Chambers Review
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Intellectual Property: Domestic - Japan
What the Team is Known For
Ohno & Partners is a boutique firm specialising in intellectual property. Market commentators recognise it as having a strong practice, handling matters from IP prosecution to litigation for international clients.
Strengths
They pair deep understanding of the science relating to biopharmaceuticals with an equally deep knowledge of the intellectual property laws in Japan.
They are thoughtful, provide solid legal advice and have been great to work with.
Work Highlights
Ohno & Partners acted for Dwango in a patent infringement lawsuit against FC2 before the Supreme Court of Japan in relation to a video streaming system patent.
Notable practitioners
Seiji Ohno is a highly regarded practitioner and is praised by interviewees for his extensive experience in handling IP litigation and patent-related matters.
Ohno has an excellent leadership and an amazing team to support his exceptional work.