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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Intellectual Property

One-stop service from IP rights registration to dispute resolution.
An attorney also qualified as a patent attorney handles filing strategy and legal matters seamlessly.

IP KNOWLEDGE

IP Knowledge Hub Clear explanations of trademarks, copyrights, and brand protection

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THE SCENARIO

A case study: Trademark registration for a product name

* This is a model case to illustrate our workflow.

Trademark registration is not just a filing procedure -- it is a business strategy issue.
Our office provides seamless support from search to filing.

The Problem
You want to register your product name as a trademark but don't know how to search for similar marks or file an application
Our Response
We conduct a prior trademark search, assess registrability, and prepare the filing documents
Deliverables
Trademark search report and filing documents
Trademark Search Report
Target trademark: "AoYama Pro" (Class 9: Computer software)
Search results:
Three similar trademarks were found. Before filing, you will need to either obtain consent from the respective rights holders or consider modifications.
Similar trademarks:
1. Reg. No. XXXXXX "AoYama" (Classes 9 and 41)
Rights holder: Alpha Co., Ltd. Registration date: March 15, 2024

2. Reg. No. YYYYYY "AOYAMA Pro" (Class 9)
Rights holder: Beta Corp. Registration date: January 20, 2025

3. Pending "Aoyama" (Class 9)
Applicant: Gamma LLC. Filing date: January 10, 2026
Recommendations:
1. Seek consent from rights holder (1) (can be addressed through a license agreement)
2. For mark (2), changing to "AoYama Professional" would avoid the conflict

OUR SERVICES

Services we provide

We provide one-stop support for IP rights including patents and trademarks,
from registration to dispute resolution.

Patent Filing & Registration

We support the entire process from novelty/inventive step searches and filing strategy development to office action responses. We also handle utility models and designs.

* Patent filing and registration are generally conducted with or delegated to affiliated patent attorneys.

Trademark Filing & Registration

We handle prior similar trademark searches, strategic filing for standard character and figurative marks, and international registration.

IP Contracts (Licensing, Joint Development, etc.)

We handle IP-related contracts including technology transfer agreements, license agreements, joint development agreements, and OEM agreements.

Infringement Response

We draft cease-and-desist letters for infringement of your rights and handle litigation. We also defend against infringement claims from third parties.

IP Strategy Consulting

We develop IP strategies aligned with your company's growth stage, review patent portfolios, and advise on assignments and licensing.

* Conducted with affiliated specialists as needed.

IP Due Diligence

We conduct IP valuation for M&A and business transfers, patent portfolio value analysis, and clearance searches.

* Conducted with affiliated specialists as needed.

General IP Consultation

We handle a wide range of everyday IP questions, including copyright issues in your business, trademark matters, and trade secret management.

Contractual IP Provisions for Your Services

Properly establishing IP arrangements with customers is critical for stable business operations. We help develop and refine IP clauses in your contracts.

WHY US

Why choose our office

Broad IP Support

Comprehensive support across all IP areas

Drawing on experience advising corporate clients on service launches and over 15 years as a consultant at the Saga Prefecture IP Comprehensive Support Desk, we provide broad support for IP matters of SMEs and IT companies. We explain complex systems clearly and help businesses operate with proper IP awareness.
Dual License

Dual qualification -- we also handle trademark and design filings

Our lead attorney also holds a patent attorney (benrishi) qualification, enabling us to handle trademark and design filing procedures directly. With hands-on filing experience, we provide seamless legal strategy from filing through contract negotiation and infringement response.
Flexible Support

Flexible support matched to your business stage

From cost-effective preliminary searches for startups to building international patent portfolios for large enterprises, we address a wide range of IP challenges. We determine "what needs to be done now" based on your business stage.

RELATED FIELDS

Related practice areas

Intellectual property is closely connected to the following areas. We provide integrated support.

Early consultation is key for IP matters

Securing rights becomes more difficult after filing.
Please consult us while you are still in the planning stage of commercialization.

0952-97-8177Hours: Weekdays 9:30 - 18:00 / Online consultations available
By appointment only. Please schedule your visit in advance by phone, email, or our contact form.