Koji Sugimura
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020 About Koji Sugimura
Koji Sugimura is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2020. Koji Sugimura is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Patent Law
Current Firm: SUGIMURA & Partners
Location: Tokyo, JP
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