Mr. Ogura began his career as a programmer and computer system engineer in the security industry and then transitioned to work for IBM Japan, where he gained experience in the intellectual property practice. When he worked for IBM Japan, he supported various departments such as software laboratory, portable computer development division, LCD display development division, software development teams in New Zealand among others as a principle patent attorney. To those departments, he provided various client-focused IP services such as the procurements of rights for patents, IP clearances for products, transactions, licensing negotiations, and the establishment and implementation of IP strategies based on management policy. From IBM Japan, he transitioned to GE Japan and expanded his expertise to turbine technologies, power distribution systems, renewable power generation, medical diagnosis devices, electric vehicles, optical devices, the entertainment industry, finance, and others. He draws on his experience in the global IP departments of companies to consistently provide client-focused IP services.

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Mr. Toshihisa Kurokawa focuses on preparation and prosecution of patent applications, appeal and opposition proceedings, validity opinions, and litigation. He has extensive experience in a broad range of chemical and biochemical technologies, including pharmaceutics, bioengineering, polymeric materials, metallic materials, composite materials, petrochemicals, cosmetics, food industry, as well as industrial machineries, such as gas turbines and aviation engines. With his more than 20-years’ in-house experience, he is able to provide clients with advice to build robust patent portfolios leading to competitive advantage.

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