Patents, Utility Models, Designs
We represent clients in a wide range of administrative procedures and litigation related to patents, utility models and designs, including issues related to infringement, employee inventions, and patent validity. We also collaborate with law firms in other countries to resolve disputes concerning infringement of patent rights in those countries.If a matter requires the technical knowledge of a patent attorney, such as the acquisition of industrial property rights or an opinion on infringement or validity, we work closely with a team of patent attorneys at IGIP Iwata Godo Patent Attorneys Inc. to ensure thorough representation. We also provide comprehensive consulting on the use of patents and other IP-related strategy.
In addition to IP application procedures, we advise on general policies on the acquisition of rights and development, IP valuations, and the IP and technical due diligence issues which arise in investments and M&A.
We have experts who can handle almost any IP-related issue that may arise. This allows us to provide one-stop service in complex matters requiring business judgment and an understanding of new technology.