Best Lawyers in Canada for Intellectual Property Law
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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...
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.
Jennifer Davidson practices technology law and intellectual property law at Deeth Williams Wall LLP, advising clients on a wide range of technology-related matters, including outsourcing, SaaS, licensing, privacy, data protection and the protection of intellectual property in innovations, particularly with respect to emerging technologies, fintech, blockchain, NFTs and artificial intelligence. Jennifer also advises on cybersecurity, acting as “breach counsel” for cybersecurity inc...
Alexandre Caya 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. Caya drafts and prosecutes patent applications. In this capacity, he provides advice on issues regarding patentability, validity, counterfeiting and freedom to operate in areas of sporting equipment, clean technologies, transportation, road infrastructures, manufacturing, construction equipment, and enginee...
Senior Associate - Patent Agent James Duffy is a lawyer and patent agent in Lavery’s intellectual property group. James holds a degree in Honours Chemistry from McGill, where he graduated with "First Class Honours" and on the Dean’s list. James is also a graduate of McGill’s Faculty of Law. James' main areas of practice are IP litigation and patent prosecution. As a litigator, James has acted in several complex IP litigation files, including multijurisdictional files for cli...
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...
Philippe Matziorinis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Philippe, who practices law in Montréal, Quebec, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philippe is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sebastian Beck-Watt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Sebastian, 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 Sebastian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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.
Lawyer and trademark agent, Mtre Camille Miconnet has been practicing in the field of intellectual property for over 10 years. Camille's practice encompasses all aspects of intellectual property law, primarily in trademarks and copyrights. Having previously practiced in France within an international firm specializing in intellectual property law, she is particularly sensitive to international issues in this field. Camille has developed a significant expertise in IP rights filing strategies, ...
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...
Devin Doyle is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law and International Trade and Finance Law. Devin, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Devin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Nina Rajic is a technology and intellectual property lawyer. Nina advises participants across many industries with an emphasis on the technology sector. In her intellectual property practice, Nina advises clients on a broad range of matters with an emphasis on providing strategic counsel for patent, trademark and copyright matters. Nina is a patent agent and a trademark agent. Prior to joining Fasken, Nina was an associate lawyer at a boutique intellectual property law firm. Additionally, Nin...
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.
William Foster is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. William, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Rae Daddon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Rae, 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 Rae is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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