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Exploring the Cooperation Processes in Design and Intellectual Property

Authense Law Firm will be hosting a free webinar on October 7, 2025, titled "Can the Walls of Design and Intellectual Property be Overcome?" This engaging event will feature discussions between renowned graphic designer Manabu Sakamoto, known for creating the iconic PlayStation logo, and a panel of intellectual property experts. The focus will be on enhancing collaboration processes between legal and design departments to improve efficiency and mitigate risks in creative projects.

The primary objective of this webinar is to address common issues faced by design and legal professionals when working together. Participants will gain insights into how better visibility into each department's processes can bridge the gap, ultimately leading to smoother interactions. Topics will include balancing legal risks with practical timelines, understanding each other’s workflows, and proactive strategies to prevent delays in project completion.

In recent times, organizations have encountered significant challenges such as delayed negotiations due to last-minute legal reviews, leading to project standstills. Additionally, many teams face communication issues wherein legal and design departments do not adequately share critical timelines and requirements. To combat these issues, the webinar will explore tangible methods for fostering effective collaboration through what we call "process visualization"—strategies that allow teams to see beyond their silos and appreciate the intricacies involved in both legal and design workflows.

The event will feature enlightening case studies that highlight successful collaborations and practical tips for departments looking to adopt similar approaches. Manabu Sakamoto, a seasoned expert in graphic design, along with Masatoki Toyama, a former patent examiner, and Yoshinori Nishino, who handles brand management, will provide diverse perspectives on the topic to enrich the discussion.

Webinar Details

• - Date: October 7, 2025 (Tuesday)
• - Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (JST)
• - Location: Online (Zoom webinar)
• - Cost: Free
• - Registration: Click here to sign up.

What to Expect:

1. Crossing the Binary: Effective examples of collaboration between design and legal departments focusing on balancing risks and speed.
2. Addressing Common Challenges: Specific approaches to solve often-encountered problems, emphasizing key checkpoints and timing for collaboration.
3. A Step-by-Step Approach: Laying out a roadmap for an ideal cooperative framework where the IP department includes negotiation in its responses.

This webinar is especially recommended for:

• - Legal professionals aiming for improved collaboration with design and business departments.
• - Practitioners looking to establish a streamlined production process to preemptively address legal risks.
• - Corporate planners implementing brand strategies that incorporate intellectual property.
• - Project leaders facing cross-departmental collaboration challenges.

Please note that participation from professionals from competing firms may be restricted to maintain the quality of the discussion.

About Authense Law Firm

Authense Law Firm, based in Minato, Tokyo, operates under the motto "Focus on Emotions". Since its establishment in 2005, it has provided comprehensive legal services to a diverse range of clients, from startups to multinational corporations. The firm supports clients through a wide array of legal challenges and emphasizes forming deep connections with its clients to address their needs effectively.

With a robust team of professionals, including 83 lawyers and additional paralegals, Authense remains committed to not only delivering excellent legal services but also evolving with the business landscape to offer innovative solutions that transcend traditional legal practices. For more information about their services and upcoming events, please visit Authense Law Firm.