Best Lawyers in Ontario, Canada for Intellectual Property Law
Ingrid VanderElst is co-chair of the Ontario region’s Life Sciences group. Regularly assisting clients in the health products and related service industries, Ingrid advises on regulatory and intellectual property issues. Clients include pharmaceutical, natural health product, medical device, cosmetic and food manufacturers, as well as pharmacy and laboratory services providers and agri-business operators. On the regulatory side, Ingrid has assisted clients with product licensing, establ...
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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.
Sarah Pennington is a litigation lawyer with a broad and growing intellectual property practice. Sarah advises clients across a range of industries, including those in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, technology, food and beverage, fashion, healthcare, and consumer product sectors. Sarah's practice touches on all facets of IP, including patents, copyright, and domain name disputes, with a particular focus on trademarks and regulatory advice. In her litigation practice, Sarah provides strate...
Kevin Banaschewski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Intellectual Property Law. Kevin, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin 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.
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.
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