Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP‘s team's workload incorporates acting for clients in contentious matters spanning international arbitration and disputes, and patent litigation. Practice head Anri Nakamoto regularly advises on cross-border matters with a nexus in Japan and the US. Shinsuke Yakura departed the practice in September 2024.
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Testimonials
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- 'Their technical and legal expertise is of an advanced level. Their litigation support is consistently reliable and appropriate.'
- 'Collaboration with the overseas team was smooth, allowing us to acquire specialized expertise without stress and successfully execute the project.'
- 'The firm has a high level of expertise and strong technical understanding. Moreover, they have a deep grasp of the way Japanese companies think and provides responses aligns with that perspective.'
- 'This team is composed of many experts who provide extensive legal advice. They also possess a deep understanding of business matters and respond in consideration of our business environment. Furthermore, since there are lawyers stationed at the Japan office, communication is both speedy and smooth. The fee is not particularly low, but it reflects the quality of service provided.'
Key clients
- FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corporation (formerly Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd.)
- FUJIFILM Corporation
- JVC Kenwood Corporation
- Panasonic Holdings Corporation
- Toyota Motor Corporation
- DENSO Corporation
- DENSO Ten Limited
- Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.
- Yamaha Corporation
Work highlights
Representing FUJIFILM North America Corp. in a declaratory judgment action filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California as well as in a patent infringement action filed against FUJIFILM Corporation in the Eastern District of Texas.
Representing both Toyota Motors North America (including other Toyota defendants) and Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd., in an Eastern District of Texas patent infringement action initiated against Toyota by UNM Rainforest Innovations.
Representing the client in an ITC proceeding brought by Samsung Display Company, Ltd.
Lawyers
Leading associates: Gaiben
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Anri Nakamoto