
Summary
Chieko is a paralegal in Taft’s Minneapolis office, providing seasoned support to both the Trademark and Patent litigation groups. She has over 20 years of experience in intellectual property, managing all aspects of U.S. and international trademark registrations, including global portfolio management for U.S. and foreign clients.
Chieko also has significant experience in patent prosecution, supporting attorneys and clients through each phase of the application process with global IP knowledge and detail-oriented approach.
Chieko studied cultural history at Gakushuin Women’s College in Tokyo, Japan, and is fluent in Japanese. For 10 years, she was an advisory board member and ABA-mandated paralegal manager at the North Hennepin Community College.
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Education
- Gakushuin Women's College
Cultural History
Professional Affiliations
Advisory Board Member, ABA-mandated Paralegal Manager (2013-2023)