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Baker McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise)

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Baker McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise) has a strong reputation for its IP law offering in Tokyo, collaborating with the firm’s international network to advise on a wide range of multijurisdictional matters across the Asia Pacific region, including portfolio management, IP-related transactions, disputes, anti-counterfeiting, and trade secret protection. With considerable experience handling trade mark, copyright, and design issues, Kensaku Takase leads the group. Yosuke Takenaka’s practice covers copyright and domain name disputes, while Daisuke Tatsuno focuses on IP matters in the IT, telecoms, and broadcasting spaces, among others. Tsugihiro Okada, Ayako Nakano, Ayako Suga, and Megumi Santo are other key contacts, with combined expertise encompassing trade mark registration and portfolio management.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘What truly sets Baker & McKenzie apart is the calibre of the individuals we work with. Kensaku Takase stands out for his profound expertise and strategic insight, consistently providing invaluable guidance. Ayako Suga is exceptional in her meticulous approach and deep understanding of intricate IP matters. Their dedication, responsiveness, and collaborative spirit make working with them a standout experience.’

  • ‘Yosuke Takenaka stands out due to his exceptional responsiveness and business-oriented approach. With 25 years of experience, he expertly navigates complex IP issues, having worked with many renowned clients and cases. His flexible fee arrangements reflect a deep understanding of clients’ budgets and needs.'

Work highlights

Advised a healthcare company on an injunction against several third parties using the same or similar trade names as the client's trade name.