Best Lawyers in Canada for Intellectual Property Law

Mark Vanderveken advises clients on regulatory compliance and intellectual property matters, with a particular focus on the life sciences industry. Mark provides strategic guidance on the production and sale of regulated products, including pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, natural health products, and medical devices. He also assists clients with the protection and commercialization of intellectual property assets.

Alexandre Pagé is an associate and Patent Agent in the Intellectual Property group at our Montréal office since August 2024. As part of his practice, Alexandre advises clients on IP issues, and more specifically on their patent needs, mainly in the mechanical field. He has experience in many aspects of patent law, including opinions, drafting and prosecution, enabling him to provide effective innovation protection advice. His engineering degree provides him with in-depth knowled...

Jasleen Chahal is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Jasleen, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jasleen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jenny Hepditch is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Jenny, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jenny is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mitchell Leibovitch is an intellectual property lawyer and patent agent based in Montreal. He focuses on all aspects of intellectual property law in several areas of mechanical engineering. Mr. Leibovitch drafts and prosecutes patent applications in Canada, the United States and in Europe. Mr. Leibovitch also provides advice on issues regarding patentability, validity, counterfeiting and freedom to operate. Before joining our firm, Mr. Leibovitch worked in the intellectual property division o...

Veronica C. Tsou is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Intellectual Property Law. Veronica C., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Veronica C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Geneviève is a member of the Intellectual Property and Life Sciences Groups at the Québec City office. In intellectual property, she advises clients in both litigation and in contract matters in various fields of intellectual property law, including trademarks. As part of her practice, she also drafts and negotiates different types of contracts such as contracts for services, licensing and distribution, and participates in due diligence of intellectual property assets as part of...

Jayde Wood is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and Technology Law. Jayde, who practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jayde is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicolas Charest is an associate with the intellectual property group, practising at Fasken’s Montreal office. He represents clients in a range of technology and commercial transactions relating to the ownership, protection and exploitation of intellectual property and big data. He advises major and start-up companies in the intellectual property and commercial aspects of mergers and acquisitions and financing. Nicolas structures, drafts, and negotiates a wide range of licensing and comm...

Will Chalmers practices intellectual property law at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP. He specializes in complex patent litigation including patent infringement and validity matters. Will has particular expertise in damages matters brought under section 8 of the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations . Will’s clients span a wide variety of industries, including the life sciences, mechanical engineering and software. He has experience in matters before the Federal Court an...

Afshaan is a member of the firm’s Corporate/Commercial and Intellectual Property + Technology practice groups. She advises on a wide range of business matters, including the implementation of corporate reorganization and restructuring. Afshaan enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and supporting them across their business’ life cycle. She is committed to providing knowledgeable and practical advice across a breadth of industries. Prior to joining Alexander Holburn, ...

Kristen Kilroy is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Kristen, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kristen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Alexandra is a lawyer in our Litigation and Dispute Resolution group. Alexandra focuses her practice on civil and commercial litigation, as well as intellectual property. With a bachelor's degree in microbiology, Alexandra's scientific skills and expertise enable her to put her knowledge to work for companies in the life sciences sector. Alexandra stands out for her efficiency, rigor, determination and desire to innovate.

Paul David Blizzard is a dual-licensed Canadian and U.S. patent agent and Ontario lawyer with a background in Computer Engineering in our Montreal office. He has in-depth knowledge in guiding companies through the complexities of obtaining and commercializing intellectual property. Paul focuses on emerging technologies, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, and clean technologies. Paul has extensive experience in the in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications rel...

Denis Douville is an associate and trademark agent with Fasken’s intellectual property group. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of intellectual property law, including contractual, regulatory, and litigation work across a variety of industries. Denis handles patent, copyright, trademark, and trade secret matters for clients across diverse sectors, such as high-technology, gaming, fashion, and pharmaceuticals. Denis regularly advises clients on the commercialization and protecti...

Sarah Li is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Sarah, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.