Hiroe & Associates‘ team’s workload covers matters relating to patents, utility models, industrial designs, trade marks, copyrights, translations, searches, filings, prosecution and litigation, including matters of unfair competition. Takenori Hiroe’s expertise lies in textile engineering, copyright, and unfair competition cases. Masanori Hiroe specialises in trade mark matters such as applications, appeals, cancellation trials and oppositions. Satoshi Hashimoto‘s focus areas include electrical engineering, magnetics, sensors, computers, software, mechatronics, optics, semiconductors, and materials. The three co-lead the practice.
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- 'In particular, Satoshi Hashimoto has demonstrated sound judgment, responsiveness, and great attention-to-detail, making him a trusted and valued counterpart in our collaboration.'
- ‘Hiroe stands out as a professional IP firm through its rapid response times, rigorous analysis, and specialised expertise in bridging China-Japan cultural differences, offering immediate, detailed advice that minimises delays and maximises client success.'
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Practice head
Takenori Hiroe; Masanori Hiroe; Satoshi Hashimoto