Patent Attorney
Ayako Kanazawa has extensive experience in trademark matters, particularly in pre-filing searches, filing, and prosecution of Japanese and foreign trademark applications. She advises a wide range of clients of all sizes and industries—from individuals and small businesses to large international corporations—both in Japan and abroad. Ayako is highly experienced in providing trademark counselling tailored to each client’s individual needs. She also has experience in advising and drafting trademark-related contracts, such as assignments.
In addition, Ayako has conducted many introductory trademark seminars and has earned a strong reputation for clearly conveying the importance of trademarks.
She has been recognized in the WTR 1000 2025: The World’s Leading Trademark Firms and Professionals.
This recognition reflects her and the firm’s ongoing commitment to excellence in trademark law and the protection of intellectual property.
- 2001 Graduated from Chuo University (Law)
- 2006 Joined a patent firm
- 2013 Registered as a JP patent attorney
- 2021 Joined Creo Law & IP LPC