
Miharu Furihata, Business Attorney in Palo Alto, California
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and IP
Senior AttorneyatSquire Patton Boggs
Palo Alto, CA
Practicing business in Palo Alto since 1997.
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Miharu Furihata is a senior attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Miharu has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Squire Patton Boggs.
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- Palo Alto, CA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · IP
- Handles Business, Employment, and IP matters from Palo Alto, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Miharu Furihata: Miharu Furihata is a senior attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Miharu has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Squire Patton Boggs.
Areas of practice
Miharu's practice areas in Palo Alto
Miharu concentrates on business, employment, ip, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Miharu handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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IP
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Palo Alto, California
Miharu takes business matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Miharu agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Palo Alto, California
Miharu takes employment matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Miharu agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Palo Alto, California
Miharu takes ip matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Miharu agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Palo Alto, California
Miharu takes m&a matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Miharu agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Palo Alto, California
Miharu takes real estate matters in Palo Alto, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Miharu agrees to represent you.
Biography
Miharu Furihata, business attorney serving Palo Alto
Miharu Furihata is a senior attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Miharu has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. Miharu works from Palo Alto, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Miharu Furihata is a lawyer practicing corporate transactions, finance & governance, mergers & acquisitions, licensing and 3 other areas of law. Miharu received a B.A. degree from The University of Tokyo in 1986, and has been licensed for 29 years. Miharu practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Palo Alto, CA and 1 other location.
How Miharu handles business matters
Miharu Furihata is a lawyer practicing corporate transactions, finance & governance, mergers & acquisitions, licensing and 3 other areas of law. Miharu received a B.A. degree from The University of Tokyo in 1986, and has been licensed for 29 years. Miharu practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Palo Alto, CA and 1 other location.
The kind of cases Miharu takes
Miharu reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and ip matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Miharu studied and practices
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1997
The University of Tokyo
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Miharu's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
Miharu studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. in The University of Tokyo.
Law school and academic background
Miharu completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. in The University of Tokyo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Miharu runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Miharu Furihata's office in Palo Alto
Miharu's primary office is at 600 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA, 94304. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Miharu Furihata — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Miharu usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Miharu charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Miharu's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Miharu will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Palo Alto, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Miharu
Miharu discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Miharu confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Miharu's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Miharu Furihata
How much does it cost to hire Miharu for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Miharu walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Miharu offer a free consultation?
Miharu charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Miharu's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Miharu's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Miharu gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Miharu take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Miharu is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Miharu will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Miharu?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Miharu will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Miharu accepting new business clients right now?
Miharu's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Miharu handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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