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President/Patent Attorney

Yohei HARADA

Languages

Japanese (Native)

English (Advanced)

German (Intermediate)

Profile

He was born in 1952, graduated from Kansai University (Engineering Department) in 1974, finished the master degree in Kansai University (Graduate School of Engineering) in 1976, worked for a major heavy industry manufacturer, and then joined Morimoto Patent Attorneys in 1981.

Fields of Practice

[Main] Design, Trademark, and Patent (Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering)

[Sub] Patent (Chemical Engineering), IP Disputes, and IP Legal Opinions

Message from the Person

With over 40 years of practical experience, I am able to handle a variety of technical fields. Therefore, I can offer insights that will be useful to you, not only in your technical field but also from various technical fields. I am dedicated to my practice on weekdays, but on my days off, I enjoy wine, jazz, and the king of hobby.

Client Reviews

-He was a lecturer (for patent attorneys with less experience) on "How to Draft a Patent Specification" organized by the Japan Patent Attorneys Association, so the patent specifications he drafts are clear and easy to read.

-He gives easy-to-understand explanations, avoiding difficult technical jargon.

-He is a professional who carefully consults with us about IP strategies that put our company's interests first, and he is also knowledgeable about technology, making him a valuable asset for a small and medium-sized enterprise like us.

Managing Partner/Patent Attorney

Masashi TOYOOKA

Qualification

Specific (IP) Infringement Lawsuit Counsel

Languages

Japanese (Native)

English (Proficient)

Profile

He was born in 1976, graduated from Osaka University (Engineering Department) in 2000, finished the master degree in Osaka University (Graduate School of Engineering) in 2002, worked for a major engineering company, and then joined Morimoto Patent Attorneys in 2008.

Fields of Practice

[Main] Patent (Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering), IP Disputes, and IP Legal Opinions

[Sub] Design

Message from the Person

I usually put all my energy into my practice, but in my free time, I enjoy bike rides, barbecuing, and reading. I also take care of my health so that I can enjoy my practice and hobbies in the best possible condition, both physically and mentally.

Client Reviews

-He is a reliable professional who deals with the other party or the examiner appropriately, even in stressful situations such as IP infringement or pre-infringement cases.

-He understands our situation well and offers the right solutions to our problems.

-He is persistent in dealing with JPO and foreign patent offices.

Patent Attorney

Hideki AKAMATSU

Qualification

Professional Engineer (Mechanical Engineering)

Languages

Japanese (Native)

English (Advanced)

Profile

He graduated from Tokyo Metropolitan University (Engineering Department) in 1999, finished the master degree in Tokyo Institute of Technology (Graduate School of Integrated Science and Engineering) in 2001, engaged in product development at a major machinery manufacturer for many years, and then joined Morimoto Patent Attorneys in 2022.

Fields of Practice

[Main] Patent (Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering)

[Sub] Design

Message from the Person

I like creating things, so on the weekends I do things like crafts and cooking. My strength is being able to tackle things little by little.

Client Reviews

-He quickly and fully understands even difficult technologies, and skillfully summarizes them in patent specifications.

-He is good at asking questions, so even if our explanations are insufficient, he is able to skillfully extract the necessary information.

-If I had to describe him in one phrase, I would say “integrity, sincerity and responsibility”.

Patent Attorney

Yuki HAKIRA

Qualification

Pharmacist

Languages

Japanese (Native)

English (Advanced)

Profile

She graduated from Okayama University (Pharmacy Department) in 1994, worked as a pharmacist, subsequently practiced for nearly 20 years at another IP firm, and then joined Morimoto Patent Attorneys in 2024.

Fields of Practice

[Main] Patent (Chemical Engineering; Pharmaceuticals, Fibers, Adhesives, Catalysts, Resins, and Chemical Products, etc.)

[Sub] Patent (Daily Necessities), and Trademark

Message from the Person

In my free time, I think about how to make daily bento lunches (packed lunches) delicious, beautiful, and speedy. In terms of creating something good without cutting corners, making bento lunches seems to have something in common with drafting patent specifications.

Client Reviews

-She is a professional who listens attentively and shows consideration for our situation.

-She explains the steps to solve our problems in a clear and easy-to-understand manner.

-Her fast practice enables our work to proceed smoothly.