Patent Attorneys

Atsushi YAMASHITASecond Chemical Dept

Partner | Dept Manager | Patent Attorney
Passed Japanese Patent Bar Examination in 2005 (Reg. No. 14439). Working in the field of intellectual property since 2006.

Areas of expertise

Organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, industrial chemistry, rubber/resin synthesis and processing

Areas of technical experience in IP work

Chemical compositions (curable compositions, polyol compositions, rubber compositions, adhesive compositions, etc.)
Optical films and related technologies (polarizing films, etc.)
Tire structures and related technologies
Resin forming and related technologies (various types of extrusion molding, injection molding, mold design, etc.)
Components for various types of office equipment (transfer/transport belts, doctoring blades, etc.)
Polyurethane foams and related technologies (hard polyurethane foams, soft polyurethane foams, etc.)
Battery components and related technologies (electrolytes, cathode materials, etc.)
Abrasive pads and related technologies (material design, structural design, etc.)
Rubber members for vibration and/or seismic isolation, and related technologies (material design, structural design, etc.)

Education

Graduated from Department of Applied Chemistry, Faculty of Engineering, Hiroshima University
Completed Master’s course in Industrial Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Hiroshima University

Work Experience

Employed by tire manufacturer for approximately 9 years, during which time was engaged in materials development and new project development
Employed by other patent firm
Joined UNIUS Patent Attorneys Office in 2007

Memberships & Associations

Japan Patent Attorneys Association (JPAA)
– Patent Committee (2011, 2012)
Kansai Patent Attorneys Study Group (KTK)
Western Japan Patent Attorney Club

Qualifications

Japanese Patent Attorney
Additional registration for representation of clients in specific infringement litigation
Achieved score of 920 on Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) (2007)
Qualified as Specific Chemical Substances Operations Chief
Qualified as Hazardous Materials Engineer (Class A)
Certified Guide (English)

Lectures and Courses Given

Gave presentations during the 2011 Public Forum hosted by the Patent Committee of the Japan Patent Attorneys Association (2012)

Contact

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