Server: Spry-SafetyWEB-Server-NT/1.2a Date: Wed, 31 Dec 1997 20:23:48 GMT Content-Type: text/html Content-Length: 4709 The Kitahama Law Office - International Practice Areas
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International Practice Areas

Business Organizations

The Kitahama Law Office is especially well versed in all aspects of business and corporate law. We assist clients in the selection and formation of the most appropriate type of business organization for their commercial activities, be it any of a variety of forms of partnership or limited liability entities which exist under Japanese Law. This is a particularly important decision for enterprises just starting their operations in Japan. From formation to expansion, change of form, acquisition, or merger, through to eventual reorganization, liquidation, or dissolution the accomplished attorneys on our staff are able to provide counsel from a diverse base of knowledge and experience. This can include advice and assistance regarding financing and the issuing of securities, as well.


Commercial Ventures

Choice of the appropriate type of business venture is always critical for a company wishing to create a presence in Japan. Whether a transactional relationship is sufficient, a distributorship is required, or the client needs to consider a joint venture or even outright ownership, the Kitahama Law Office is capable of providing the requisite skilled advice, legal draftsmanship, pro-active negotiation, and follow-through (especially with administrative entities) to make any start-up proceed smoothly and become an eventual success.


Intellectual Property

We are experienced in planning for all manner of technology transfer, whether it be incoming or outgoing in relation to Japan. The value of taking appropriate measures to safeguard intellectual property and product associations gained through one's own painstaking efforts cannot be overstated. Contractual mechanisms for licensing, non-disclosure, non-infringement, and enforcement are the primary tools used for protection. Where there has been infringement, the firm handles all manner of intellectual property-related litigation, whether the subject matter be patents, copyrights, trademarks, or industrial secrets.


Litigation

If, in spite of well-laid plans, the need for litigation does arise, the Kitahama Law Office can provide highly skilled and experienced representation in all phases of a case and at all levels within the Japanese legal system. This includes both plaintiff and defense representation. Advocacy in forums which provide alternative dispute resolution is available, as well. Our staff includes many proficient litigators, who have had involvement with some of the most high profile cases in the Kansai area.


In Conclusion

Hopefully, the foregoing will help to provide a clearer perspective on our ambitions and purpose here at the Kitahama Law Office. We are always striving to provide the highest possible level of professional services by listening carefully to client needs and keeping abreast of developments in the rapidly-evolving "world community". If you have any questions or would like further information, please feel free to contact us at any time.

  
  



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