Kensaku Takase
Baker McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise)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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‘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.'
‘Both Kensaku Takase and Yosuke Takenaka deeply understand their clients' needs and provide the utmost professional service.'
‘Yosuke Takenaka is extremely hardworking and has always delivered what is needed, no matter the amount of workload and deadlines imposed. One does feel that for Yosuke the priority is always to provide the best, fit for purposes, legal and commercial advice in whatever timeline imposed.’
‘Baker & McKenzie's (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise) IP team's in-depth and high-quality advice is consistently backed by a roster of high calibre clients, reflecting their unparalleled expertise and dedication. We take comfort that our legal matters are handled with the utmost professionalism and precision.’
‘Baker McKenzie IP practice in Japan combines deep local expertise with a global perspective, making them unique in this field. As part of the largest IP team in the world, they excel in all IP disciplines, offering seamless cross-border services through their 70+ overseas offices, ensuring we receive borderless legal advice and support.
‘The team we work with knows our business very well and strives to provide legal advice but with great focus on commercial solutions and practical risk assessment.’
‘The firm is distinguished by its deep expertise in cross-border IP issues. Clients benefit from their global network, local knowledge, and innovative solutions in areas such as technology, diversity, and billing. Their recent success in resolving a complex dispute with our licensor showcased their exceptional negotiation skills and strategic thinking, ensuring a favourable outcome for our business. The team’s ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and provide tailored, comprehensive advice makes them a leader in the field, setting them apart from other firms.'
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.
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