Achievements
20
YearsMore than 20 years of experience history gives you a reassurance result.
1,900
clientsMore than 1,900 clients successfully registered trademarks and its renewals.
60
countriesFrom about 60 countries clients around the world.
When it comes to filing a patent in Asia, whether it's Japan, China or Korea, or all three, there are solid and reliable reasons shown in numbers and advantages to prove why we're the best choice for you.
20
YearsMore than 20 years of experience history gives you a reassurance result.
1,900
clientsMore than 1,900 clients successfully registered trademarks and its renewals.
60
countriesFrom about 60 countries clients around the world.
95
%Proudly boasting an astonishing patent registration rate of 95%.
7,400
trademarksMore than 1,900 clients successfully registered trademarks and its renewals.
20
Among 7,500 firms in Japan, ranked within the top 20 in trademark rankings.
What are your criteria for a reliable IP coordination partner? Overseas clients need clear communication, practical guidance, and access to trusted local professionals in each jurisdiction. APA supports patent, trademark, and design matters across Asia through independent local counsel and professional partners.
It supposed to be very complex when it comes with a patent systems across the country of Japan, China, and Korea. APA offers a comprehensive guide to the intricate filing procedures you may encounter.
study more →There's more to filing a patent than you might realize and while we take care of all the technical details, for your reference we have explained the processes involved below.
Based on years of experience as a director of patent attorney, I am well aware of what clients are looking for and what they find cumbersome. I have helped clients navigate the struggles of obtaining patents and rights, and now, I have built a new proprietary system that leverages my experience and history. Through this system, I hope to not only provide more people with a safer and simpler way to obtain patents in Asia but also help protect what is valuable globally.
Since its foundation in 2008 APA has received requests for national filing of PCT applications in Japan, Korea and China, as well as requests for patent and utility model applications under the Paris Convention priority right. We have foreign partners in Japan, China and Korea and each firm makes use of expert knowledge of the laws and examination criteria of their country to provide highly personalized service and cost-effective solutions.