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SUMMARY:JAPAN IP LIVE:  AI\, Litigation\, and Licensing Trends to Watch
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here\n	\nPlease join APABA Silicon Valley’s Intellectual Property Committee\, the Japan Patent Attorneys Association (JPAA)\, the Licensing Executives Society – Silicon Valley Chapter (LES-SVC)\, and the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization of Japan (NEDO) for an in-person panel discussion in Palo Alto. This event will feature experts from Tokyo focused on key IP developments in Japan affecting technology\, innovation\, commercialization\, and enforcement across industries. \nThe panelists will be covering the following topics: \n\nAI-related inventions in Japan\, including how AI-assisted and AI-enabled innovations are being considered under Japanese patent practice and what companies should keep in mind when protecting emerging technologies (Hideyuki Tanaka).\nPatent litigation and injunctions in Japan\, with a focus on enforcement trends\, available remedies\, and strategic considerations for patent holders and accused infringers (Naoki Okumura).\nRecent developments in licensing in Japan\, including practical issues in structuring\, negotiating\, and managing license arrangements in an evolving legal and business environment (Yoshimichi Makiyama).\nCommentary from the U.S. perspective (Miku Mehta).\n\nSchedule\nNetworking:  5:30 to 6:00 PM\nPresentation:  6:00 to 7:30 PM\nQ&A / Additional Networking:  7:30 to 8:30 PM \nThank you to JPAA\, LES-SVC and NEDO for joining APABA Silicon Valley in co-hosting this event\, and to Procopio for providing the event venue\, hors d’oeuvres and drinks. \nJPAA SPEAKERS \nNaoki Okumura (Nakamura & Partners\, Tokyo)\nPROFILE\nMr. Naoki Okumura is an attorney at law and patent attorney whose practice focuses on intellectual property\, corporate legal affairs\, and international transactions. He holds an LL.B. from the University of Tokyo and an LL.M. from Duke University\, and is admitted to the New York State Bar. He has extensive experience in patent litigation\, trade secrets\, and related IP matters\, and has published and lectured widely on these topics. \nYoshimichi Makiyama (Ripple Law Firm\, Tokyo)\nPROFILE  \nMr. Yoshimichi Makiyama is an attorney admitted in Japan and New York\, with extensive experience in corporate\, intellectual property\, and international legal matters. His background includes Ripple Partners\, Microsoft Asia\, and Davis Polk & Wardwell in New York. His practice covers areas such as IT\, data protection\, ESG\, antitrust\, and cross-border transactions\, and he has authored numerous publications on emerging legal issues including AI and data protection. \nHideyuki Tanaka  \nHideyuki Tanaka is a patent attorney whose practice focuses on patent prosecution and intellectual property consulting for companies. He was engaged in research and development at Fuji Electric Co.\, Ltd\, where he made numerous inventions. After that\, he worked in the IP department of the company and was qualified as a Japanese Patent Attorney. He has extensive experience in the fields of science and technology and intellectual property\, and he has published and lectured widely in these fields. \nMasahiko Matsuno (Nakamura & Partners\, Tokyo)\nPROFILE \nMasahiko Matsuno is an attorney at law and patent attorney focusing on intellectual property\, unfair competition\, international trade\, litigation\, and dispute resolution. He graduated from University of Tokyo Faculty of Law\, University of Tokyo School of Law\, and UCLA School of Law (Magna Cum Laude). He trained at Baker & Hostetler LLP (Washington\, D.C.) and worked for a global apparel company. He lectures at University of Tsukuba and has written articles and given seminars in patent law\, design law\, and litigation. He is qualified in Japan as well as New York. \nU.S. COMMENTATOR \nMiku Mehta (Procopio\, Cory\, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP\, Palo Alto)\nPROFILE \nMiku (US Patent Attorney\, Partner) focuses his practice on patents\, designs\, trademarks\, brand protection and export control. His technology areas include software/AI\, hardware\, networks\, energy/environmental\, optics\, and telecommunications. Miku double majored in Systems Engineering and Environmental Sciences\, worked in industry as an environmental engineer and then a software engineer\, and ran an outdoor adventures business while in law school. He leads Procopio’s Intellectual Property and Asia Pacific practices.
URL:https://apabasv.com/event/japan-ip-live-ai-litigation-and-licensing-trends-to-watch/
LOCATION:Procopio\, Cory\, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP\, 3000 El Camino Real\, 5 Palo Alto Square\, Suite 400\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94306\, United States
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SUMMARY:Adaptive Leadership with Rudhir Krishtel (Part 2 of 3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here\n	\nThe stakes are high for addressing culture change within organizations. Adaptive leaders understand that the challenges we face are constantly evolving and that past solutions may not be adequate. Leaders must be flexible\, agile\, and dedicated to continuous learning. \nJoin APABA Silicon Valley’s Small Firm and Solo Practitioner Committee\, in collaboration with AABA’s Wellness Committee and Rudhir Krishtel for the second workshop of a three-part series – Adaptive Leadership with Rudhir Krishtel. \nParticipants will learn how an adaptive leadership style can help address strategic and cultural challenges by building a culture of trust\, navigating ambiguity and complexity\, committing to learning and growth\, and finding the courage to challenge individuals and the status quo. \nAll are welcome—we hope you can join us for this engaging session!
URL:https://apabasv.com/event/adaptive-leadership-with-rudhir-krishtel-part-2-of-3-part-series/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Zoom link to be provided
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SUMMARY:In‑House Lunch at Apple
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here\n	\nAPABA Silicon Valley’s In‑House Committee invites members to the next event of our 2026 In‑House Lunch Series\, hosted at Apple Inc. This intimate in‑person lunch is designed to foster candid discussion and relationship‑building among in‑house counsel in the Silicon Valley community. \nAttendance is limited to 15 participants\, with priority given to current APABA Silicon Valley In-House members. If you are interested in attending\, please complete the RSVP form by Friday\, July 10. Confirmed attendees will receive a separate confirmation email with additional event details. \nFor questions about the event\, please contact Campbell Chiang at cchiang4@apple.com.
URL:https://apabasv.com/event/in-house-lunch-at-apple/
LOCATION:Apple Inc.\, One Infinite Loop\, Cupertino\, CA\, 95014
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SUMMARY:APABA Silicon Valley’s 41st Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for APABA Silicon Valley’s 41st Annual Gala on September 11\, 2026 at Levi’s® Stadium in the Foxconn / U.S. Bank East Field Club as we celebrate another year of excellence in the legal profession and honor the contributions of distinguished leaders\, judges\, in-house counsel\, guests\, and law students from across the Bay Area and beyond. \nIndividual tickets will be available for purchase closer to the event. \nFor sponsorship opportunities\, please email sponsorship@apabasv.com.
URL:https://apabasv.com/event/apaba-silicon-valley-41st-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Levi’s® Stadium\, 4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way\, Santa Clara\, CA\, 95054\, United States
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