Intellectual Property Law
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Masato Kobayashi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Masato, who practices law in Tokyo, Japan, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Masato is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013
Rebecca Peterson
I engaged Masato Kobayashi at City-Yuwa Partners for guidance on a cross-border trademark filing between my Denver-based startup and a potential Japanese partner. His recognition in Intellectual Property Law was evident; he clearly understood the nuances of protecting our brand in both jurisdictions. With his 12 years of experience and background in Tokyo, his substantive advice on the Japanese legal landscape was invaluable. However, the practical execution of our engagement was mixed. While the legal work was sound, response times to emails were sometimes longer than expected, and I occasionally felt I had to follow up to get updates. For straightforward IP strategy, his expertise is solid, but the client service aspect felt just adequate for the premium rate.
