Intellectual Property: Domestic
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 2
Contact number
+81 3 5220 1800Chambers Review
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto offers a comprehensive service and is distinguished for its abilities in contentious matters centring on copyright, patent and trade mark disputes. The firm routinely acts on infringement and invalidation claims and has a strong following of technology, media and pharmaceutical clients, among others. The team also advises on IP prosecution, anti-counterfeiting and licensing agreements. It is a popular choice for domestic and international clients seeking representation in the Japan Patent Office and IP High Court. Shiseido Company and Pan Pacific International Holdings are among the firm's key clients.
Work Highlights
- Mori Hamada & Matsumoto represented Kowa in a patent infringement claim brought before the Tokyo District Court by Jupitor.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Each team member at Mori Hamada & Matsumoto is very passionate and cooperates together as one team."
"The team is flexible in the way it works in order to accommodate the client's situation."
"Each team member at Mori Hamada & Matsumoto is very passionate and cooperates together as one team."
"The team is flexible in the way it works in order to accommodate the client's situation."
Notable Practitioners
Yutaka Miyoshi co-heads Mori Hamada & Matsumoto's intellectual property team. He has notable expertise in patent infringement disputes and patent assessments, as well as domain name matters.
"He provides careful explanations from his customer's perspective and conducts time-consuming discussions in search of better solutions."
"We are very satisfied with the work done and would like to thank him for his time and effort."
Atsushi Okada offers strength in the areas of IP prosecution, enforcement and licensing work for clients from a range of sectors. He is praised by market sources for his knowledge and experience in the field of intellectual property.
"He immediately grasps his clients' requests and I would evaluate his service levels as very high."
"I believe that his extensive knowledge and experience has enabled him to provide a high level of service."
Ranked Lawyers at
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Japan