Intellectual Property: Domestic - Japan
What the Team is Known For
Yuasa & Hara maintains a strong reputation for its work on patents, trade marks and designs. The firm is highly regarded for representing domestic and international companies active in the spheres of technology and life sciences.
Strengths
"They handled a patent litigation rapidly and accurately."
"Their knowledge of biotechnology is outstanding."
Work Highlights
Yuasa & Hara defended AstraZeneca’s formulation patent for anti-breast cancer drug Faslodex from Sandoz’s challenge to the decision of the JPO.
Notable Practitioners
Toshiaki Iimura is a former chief judge of the IP High Court who heads Yuasa & Hara's law division and often handles patent infringement litigation.
Tsuyoshi Sueyoshi is an experienced IP attorney who is notably strong in patent disputes relating to the life sciences industry. "I have a lot of trust in him because he performs highly in every case." "He knows a lot about biotechnology litigation." "He gives appropriate advice quickly. He also supports our business with his keen insight."
