International Arbitration
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Max Olson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense, Intellectual Property Law, International Arbitration and Litigation. Max, who practices law in Tokyo, Japan, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Max is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010
Stephanie Lewis
When our company faced a complex, cross-border contractual dispute with a former partner in Asia, the situation seemed intractable. We needed counsel who understood not just international arbitration, but the nuanced business cultures at play. Max Olson was recommended for his deep expertise, and the recommendation was spot on. His unique background, splitting his practice between Dallas and Tokyo, proved invaluable. Max immediately grasped the technical IP elements intertwined with the breach of contract claims. His strategic guidance was clear, confident, and always grounded in a realistic assessment of our goals versus litigation risk. What impressed us beyond his obvious mastery of procedure—honed over 15 years—was his ability to communicate complex legal strategies in actionable terms for our executive team. His recognition as Lawyer of the Year in International Arbitration was evident in every step; he anticipated opposing counsel's moves and deftly steered us toward a favorable settlement that protected our intellectual property and preserved critical market relationships. Max and the team at Morrison Foerster provided not just legal service, but a partnership. They were relentlessly prepared, profoundly professional, and genuinely invested in our success. For any matter requiring sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional insight, I cannot recommend Max Olson more highly.
