--- title: About Us description: About Best Mode IP Law. Yusuke Hirai. --- [Skip to content](https://bmiplaw.com/about-us#main-content) [![Logo](https://bmiplaw.com/hubfs/Logo.png "Logo")](https://bmiplaw.com?hsLang=en) - - [Home](https://bmiplaw.com?hsLang=en) - [About us](https://bmiplaw.com/about-us) - [Contact us](https://bmiplaw.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) - [Pricing and Offer](https://bmiplaw.com/pricing?hsLang=en) - [Career](https://bmiplaw.com/career?hsLang=en) **ABOUT** # Best Mode IP Law Best Mode IP Law, PLLC is an intellectual property (IP) law firm based in Austin, Texas.  We represent our clients on various IP matters including preparation and prosecution of patent applications, infringement analysis, innovation harvesting, trademark registration, competitor analysis, and more. The name "Best Mode" is derived from a requirement in patent law known as the best mode requirement.  35 U.S.C. 112(a) states:  "The specification shall contain a written description of the invention ... and shall set forth the *best mode* contemplated by the inventor or joint inventor of carrying out the invention."  We provide the best modecontemplated by our service. Best Mode IP Law closely works with Hirai & Associates in Fukuoka, Japan, so that we are able to provide a one-stop IP service both in the US and Japan.   Best Mode IP Law provides top-notch services with comfort and warmth. We offer more than just preparation and prosecution of applications.  [Schedule a Call](https://bmiplaw.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ### Big Law Quality Founded by an Experienced IP Attorney from One of the Biggest IP Law Firms in the Nation, Who's Represented Renowned Corporations. Experience Boutique Service and Expertise for Your Intellectual Property Needs. Trust in Our Founder's Elite Background and Track Record in Safeguarding Valuable Assets. ### Small Boutique Convenience Tailored IP Services with the Boutique Convenience You Deserve. Experience the Advantage of Personal Attention and Specialized Expertise Found in a Small Boutique, Offering Agile Solutions and a Client-Centric Approach Beyond the Boundaries of Big Law Firms. **Founder PRINCIPAL** # Yusuke Hirai ![Yusuke Prof. pic.](https://bmiplaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Yusuke%20Prof.%20pic..jpg?width=600&height=400&name=Yusuke%20Prof.%20pic..jpg "Yusuke Prof. pic.") ###### US Patent Attorney (California, Texas, USPTO) Yusuke regularly works with inventors located around the world to protect their innovations and advise on intellectual property issues.  He provides legal advice related to inventions for a variety of technologies including, integrated circuit packaging, MEMS, LIDAR, semiconductor processing, sensors (e.g., gas sensors, optical sensors, magnetic sensors, etc.), image processing, sound processing, acoustic wave devices and filters, 5G technologies, medical devices, batteries, and water treatment systems. He also assists clients with analyzing patent portfolio and competitor IP activities. Yusuke has previously worked at Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear, and Analog Devices, Inc.  At Knobbe Martens, Yusuke drafted and prosecuted a countless number of patent applications.  He has also assisted clients with competitor analyses and infringement analyses.  At Analog Devices, Yusuke assisted with patent prosecution efforts, pre-litigation activities, and patent portfolio management. Yusuke enjoys riding his Moto Guzzi California in nice weather.  He also enjoys craft drinks such as craft beer, local sake, and potato shochu, with fine dine. We look forward to representing you in IP related matters soon! ### Admissions ![Texas-State-Bar](https://bmiplaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Texas-State-Bar.png?width=162&height=153&name=Texas-State-Bar.png) ![Sate Bar of CA](https://bmiplaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sate%20Bar%20of%20CA.png?width=172&height=172&name=Sate%20Bar%20of%20CA.png) ![USPTO-seal](https://bmiplaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/USPTO-seal.png?width=161&height=167&name=USPTO-seal.png)   ##### **Key Practice Focus** \- Patent prosecution of domestic and foreign patents ##### **Key Technology Areas** \- Semiconductor, Electrical, Mechanical, and Physics ##### **Education** **Suffolk University Law School** (J.D., 2016) Concentration in Intellectual Property Law with Distinction **Worcester Polytechnic Institute** (B.S. Physics, Law and Technology Minor, 2013) Graduated with Distinction ##### **Language** \- Native in English and Japanese ##### **Other Involvement** \- Of Counsel, [Hirai & Associate International Patents and Trademarks](https://hirai-patent.com/), Fukuoka Japan \- Board Member, [Austin Japan Community (AJC)](https://austinjapancommunity.org/about), Austin   [Yusuke Hirai](https://profiles.superlawyers.com/texas/austin/lawyer/yusuke-hirai/ecf3cde2-f3d1-49bf-856b-1f69ff46d612.html?npcmp=slb:badge:sl_badge:ecf3cde2-f3d1-49bf-856b-1f69ff46d612:year&utm_source=ecf3cde2-f3d1-49bf-856b-1f69ff46d612&utm_campaign=v2-slbadge-gray&utm_content=profile) Rated by Super Lawyers loading ... ## Disclaimer The content provided on this website serves solely for general informational purposes. No part of this website, including associated or linked pages, documents, comments, answers, emails, or other communications, should be considered as legal advice for any specific case or situation. 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