With a particular industry expertise in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, KUBOTA is well placed to handle contentious work in the areas of patents, infringement matters, trade marks, portfolio management. The practice is also well versed in patent infringement litigation in the pharmaceutical sector. Founder and industry veteran, Eiichiro Kubota, leads the team, which also comprises Kiyoko Nakaoka, who is widely recognised for her technical expertise and experience in high-end litigation. Emiko Yano plays a key role in the team’s life science practice and Yusuke Inui specialises in trade mark litigation. Rika Yamazaki and Tomoko Honami are other associates of note.
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Key clients
- Merck
- Fast Retailing
- Apple
- Patagonia
- Starbucks
- Kokuyo
- Louis Vuitton
- Sanofi
- Casio
- Eagle Pharmaceuticals
Work highlights
- Acting for the Broad Institute to defend their patent that covers the Nobel Prize winning CRISPR Cas9 technology.
- Acting for Eagle Pharmaceuticals for patent infringement litigation against generic manufacturers Pfizer and Sawai.
- Successfully acquired a 3D trade mark for CASIO’s iconic watch G-SHOCK.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates: Bengoshi
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Tomoko Honami
KUBOTALeading partners: Benrishi
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Emiko Yano
KUBOTAKiyoko Nakaoka
KUBOTAPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Eiichiro Kubota