Dispute Resolution: International
Global Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 1
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Provided by Morrison Foerster
Morrison & Foerster is the largest global firm with a dedicated litigation team in Japan. We have broad experience in IP disputes, adversarial patent licensing negotiations, and general commercial litigation, in which we handle everything from consumer class action and product defect claims, to major construction disputes. Our U.S. and Japan-qualified litigators represent clients in commercial and intellectual property litigation in courts, before administrative agencies, and in arbitration venues in Japan. Our extensive internal investigation experience includes alleged accounting misstatements, product mislabeling, construction defects, and matters involving possible corrupt practices under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
Chambers Review
Morrison Foerster is noted for its outstanding team dedicated to assisting clients embroiled in contentious matters involving the USA. The firm offers particular strength in IP and technology disputes, frequently acting on patent infringements, antitrust and trade secrets cases. It is equipped to handle cases brought under ICC and JCAA rules. The team is also active in assisting with investigations instigated by whistle-blowing, and arbitration matters. The firm has a proven track record in assisting with disputes pertaining to M&A and cross-border investments. Key clients include JOLED, Renesas Electronics and Rakuten Mobile.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster represented Fujitsu America in the US District Court for the Northern District of California concerning a claim that Fujitsu’s data compression products and services infringed six US patents held by Realtime.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Morrison Foerster represented us in a very effective way to achieve the desired outcomes for the best interests of our firm."
"MoFo were really able to provide 24-hour coverage to cater to many other counterparties in China and elsewhere. They were very well coordinated and the turnaround was impressive."
"Morrison Foerster represented us in a very effective way to achieve the desired outcomes for the best interests of our firm."
"MoFo were really able to provide 24-hour coverage to cater to many other counterparties in China and elsewhere. They were very well coordinated and the turnaround was impressive."
Notable Practitioners
Louise Stoupe commands respect from sources for her handling of litigation proceedings between US and Japanese parties, in addition to international arbitration cases.
"She is a really reliable lawyer and is really responsive. She very strategically advises and negotiates with others."
Max Olson is widely respected for his cross-border litigation and arbitration practice, and he demonstrates particular expertise in handling contentious intellectual property matters, often involving trade secrets misappropriation and patent infringement.
"Max understands how Japanese companies work; he is very detailed and understands our crazy requests. He manages to solve problems."
"We're happy with his services; in general he is capable and reliable."
Chie Yakura has experience handling commercial litigation and arbitration cases, particularly in relation to intellectual property, product liability and antitrust disputes.
Daniel Levison is head of the firm's litigation group in Singapore, assisting clients with complex investigation, litigation and arbitration matters.
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