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Frank Mulock is an experienced intellectual property lawyer and a partner in the Ottawa office of the firm. He specializes in trademark prosecution, portfolio management, licensing, litigation, anti-counterfeiting and domain name issues. Frank enhances and protects the brands of a diverse range of clients, from retailers and clothing manufacturers to motor vehicle, entertainment and broadcast companies. Clients appreciate his tailored advice and responsive, efficient service, as well as his i...

John Peters is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. John practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized John Peters since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John Peters is held by other lawyers.

Christopher Van Barr is among Canada's most experienced and sought-after intellectual property litigators. He has represented some of the world's largest and most innovative companies, such as Bayer, Regeneron, OpenAI, Google, Takeda, as well as institutions such as Canada's National Research Council, in the most complex of high-stakes IP litigation cases. Chris is recognized for his first-chair trial and appeal expertise and strategic foresight. In numerous independent surveys, Chris' client...

With more than 30 years of knowledge and experience, Don provides guidance to family-owned businesses and high net worth individuals in Ottawa and the surrounding region. His areas of practice include corporate law, wills, trusts, and succession planning, with a primary focus on the creation of tax-effective structures for the accumulation and transfer of wealth. Clients appreciate his accessibility, judgment, quality of work, and proactive approach in addressing their needs. Don studied math...

Douglas G.H. Fyfe is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Intellectual Property Law. Douglas G.H. practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Douglas G.H. Fyfe since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Douglas G.H. Fyfe is held by other lawyers.

Brigitte LeBlanc-Lapointe is a corporate and securities transactional lawyer. Her practice spans all aspects of corporate and commercial law, with an emphasis on equity financings (including private and public financings, initial public offering readiness, regulatory compliance and cross-border matters), and mergers and acquisitions (public and private). Brigitte represents the full spectrum of businesses, from emerging to public companies, as well as venture capital, private equity, underwri...

Michael is a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law and a partner at Abergel Goldstein & Partners LLP . Michael’s laid-back charm disarms the toughest witnesses and has an irresistible effect on judges and juries alike. Michael has developed a broad-ranging criminal litigation practice, and has appeared before all levels of court. He has defended cases ranging from simple assaults to large drug projects, to complex murders, and has had particular success before juries. Michael has bee...

Patrick A. Thompson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Patrick A. practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Patrick A. Thompson since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Patrick A. Thompson is held by other lawyers.

Jay Zakaïb is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice. Jay practices law in Ottawa, Ontario Best Lawyers has recognized Jay Zakaïb since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jay Zakaïb is held by other lawyers.

Wendy J. Wagner is leader of Gowling WLG's Regulatory Practice Group, head of the firm's International Trade Group, and co-leader of its Cyber Security & Data Protection Group in Canada. A respected advisor, advocate, and Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, she helps organizations navigate a range of high-stakes regulatory matters, from cross-border trade and sanctions risk to cyber and privacy resilience. Wendy advises on tariffs and customs compliance, import and export con...