Patent Attorney/Chemical Department Manager
As Manager of the Chemical Department, Ken-ichiro Sasaki brings nearly two decades of strategic insight to patent prosecution, leading a team that handles complex innovations. He is highly trusted by clients for his ability to provide clear, commercially relevant analysis rather than just legal theory.
His practice is deeply rooted in his industrial R&D experience at a chemical manufacturer. This background allows him to analyze inventions from an “inventor’s perspective,” enabling him to grasp the nuances of chemical processes and materials that purely legal professionals might miss.
Ken-ichiro’s expertise extends beyond traditional chemistry into cross-disciplinary fields, including medical devices, advanced materials for electronic devices, and biochemistry. He manages a broad spectrum of domestic and international matters, ensuring consistent protection for global portfolios.
Committed to the growth of the IP community, he regularly conducts seminars to boost the IP literacy of engineers, helping R&D teams identify patentable ideas early in the development cycle.
Outside the office, he is an enthusiast of precision and speed, enjoying Formula 1 racing. He also unwinds by playing billiards and listening to 80s rock.
- 1990 Graduated from the Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Tokyo Institute of Technology
- 1992 Completed the Master’s Program in Chemistry, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Institute of Technology
- 1992 Joined a domestic chemical manufacturer
- 2000 Joined a patent firm in Tokyo
- 2004 Registered as a Japanese Patent Attorney
- 2024 Joined Creo Law & IP