Shiga International Patent Office

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We seek not only to obtain maximum protection for our clients, but also to keep clients fully informed of the status of their cases. We are well aware that misunderstandings can arise at every stage of the prosecution and maintenance of intellectual property rights, and we make the utmost effort to avoid problems which may be caused by differences in language, legal systems, and formal requirements.

Accurate translation is essential for effective enforcement of intellectual property rights. Patent applications, in particular, must clearly express the technical concepts of an invention. In addition, it is often necessary for documents to be translated quickly. Our attorneys and technical staff can quickly and accurately translate documents.

For Office Actions issued in Japan, we provide comprehensive analysis and propose responses directed to obtaining the broadest and strongest rights allowable under Japanese practice. In addition, we often hold interviews with Examiners to ensure that they fully understand complex technical concepts. Former JPO Examiners and Appeal Examiners on our staff help to formulate strategies for these interviews.

Our professional administrative staff manages due dates and documents, issues debit notes, and carries out other activities quickly and reliably using a fully computerized system.