Shinsuke Yakura > Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP > Tokyo, Japan > Lawyer Profile

Led by Shinsuke Yakura who has notable strength in data protection and cybersecurity disputes, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is well-versed in international arbitration, cross-border litigation, copyright infringement, and white-collar crime. The team’s broad expertise also encompasses global compliance issues, whistleblowing cases, and cross-border cartel investigations. Senior associate Haruka Matsumoto is a key contact for fraud investigations, while Masao Fujino is recommended for IP disputes.

Well versed in representing domestic and international clients before Japan’s IP High Court, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP specialises in patent disputes, copyright, trade mark actions and trade secret actions. The practice is led by Shinsuke Yakura, a dual-qualified (US and Japan) IP practitioner, who is highly regarded for his cross-border experience. He is supported by senior associates Masao Fujino, who specializes in patent infringement disputes and trade secrets, and Anri Nakamoto, who is highly regarded for contentious and non-contentious IP matters.