The Harris Firm is a distinguished intellectual property boutique law firm with offices in Tokyo and Washington, DC. The firm's capabilities, efficiency, and state-of-the-art technical resources enable it to offer comprehensive intellectual property legal services to individuals and organizations of all sizes in local, state, national, and international matters. Clients include emerging and middle-market businesses, large corporations, research universities, and not-for-profit institutions and individuals.

Adhering to the highest standards of legal excellence and service, The Harris Firm is led by its principal and founder, Ron C. Harris, Jr., who is respected not only for the depth of his industry knowledge but also for being responsive, efficient, and easy to work with. The firm's experience encompasses patent, copyright, and trademark litigation, patent drafting and prosecution, and intellectual property counseling and licensing. They consistently work to obtain favorable settlements, judicial rulings, and strategically worded patent claims, helping clients develop meaningfully constructed and enforceable patent portfolios, as well as optimal infringement avoidance strategies.

In addition to its legal services, The Harris Firm's Tokyo office provides U.S. notary services in Japan, offering a convenient alternative to the U.S. Embassy for individuals filing documents in the United States. This service reflects the firm's commitment to client convenience and comprehensive support. The firm's Tokyo office is strategically located between Tokyo Tower and Azabu Juban, in the heart of Minato ward, ensuring accessibility for clients. The Harris Firm's dedication to excellence, client-focused approach, and strategic presence in key international locations underscore its reputation as a leading intellectual property law firm.

About The Harris Firm

Founded in 2003


Practice areas
Intellectual Property
Corporate & Commercial

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Intellectual Property

The Harris Firm offers comprehensive intellectual property legal services, including patent prosecution, litigation, and counseling, as well as trademark and copyright protection. The firm assists clients in developing enforceable patent portfolios and effective infringement avoidance strategies. With offices in Washington, DC, and Tokyo, The Harris Firm serves a diverse clientele, including emerging businesses, large corporations, research universities, and not-for-profit institutions. The firm emphasizes data security by storing unencrypted foreign client data exclusively outside the United States and Europe, providing protection against subpoenas under the Patriot Act and other government data collection efforts.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Corporate & Commercial

The Harris Firm offers comprehensive legal services in licensing and transactions, assisting clients in maximizing or eliminating royalty payments through education, counseling, and negotiation, particularly in domestic and foreign joint ventures. Their experience spans various technologies and fields, including medical devices, electronic products, telecommunications, e-commerce methods, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and consumer goods. Additionally, they provide intellectual property counseling for business transactions such as joint ventures, strategic alliances, franchising, co-branding, asset acquisitions, restructurings, and mergers.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

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