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Mr. Yoshiyuki Inaba has been a partner since establishment of TMI Associates. He heads the intellectual property group, utilizing his expertise in patent and trademark prosecutions and enforcement. Through his more than 45 years of experience, he has earned a reputation of being a top-level IP practitioner. (Patents/Trademarks/Designs/Consultation regarding Patent and Trademark Litigation/Prosecution/Trials). In addition to his private practice, Mr. Inaba has held roles in various professional organizations, including the Japanese Patent Attorneys Association, where he served as a vice-president. He also offers a class affiliated with Santa Clara University (CA), regarding Japanese IP laws and practice.

Career

Senior Partner of TMI Associates, 45 years of experience, Vice-president of JPAA, Faculty member of Santa Clara University School of Law.

Professional Memberships

JPAA/ AIPPI/ LES/ INTA/ APAA

Education

Patent Academy, USPTO

1980

Sophia University

B.S., Mechanical Engineering

1973

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Intellectual Property: Benrishi - Japan

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Yoshiyuki Inaba is a highly regarded patent attorney who represents clients in big-ticket IP litigation cases, as well as patent prosecution matters. He advises many leading consumer goods, technology and semiconductor companies.

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Global Practice Guide
Yoshiyuki Inaba
Hiroshi Nemoto
Makoto Okada
Atsushi Sato
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Yoshiyuki Inaba, Hiroshi Nemoto, Makoto Okada, Atsushi Sato
Article • Jan 2025

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