Intellectual Property: Litigation
Global Guide 2024 : Canada
Band 3
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+1 416 863 2400Chambers Review
Blake, Cassels & Graydon maintains an experienced IP group, highlighted for its handling of patent infringement disputes for high-profile industry clients. The law firm also has knowledge of IP licensing arrangements and regulatory mandates. It offers expertise in an array of IP-related matters to its client roster, which includes a range of household names in pharmaceuticals, technology and financial services.
Work Highlights
- Blake, Cassels & Graydon represented Willow Biosciences in a patent infringement case brought by Aurora Cannabis and University of Saskatchewan.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team are very diligent and knowledgeable, and the lawyers are very hard-working and responsive."
"In addition to providing excellent legal services, Blakes are very familiar with developments in the industry."
"The law firm has an exceptional team, both legally and technically, that is always available to answer questions in a timely manner."
"Blakes has specialists managing trade marks, patents and logistics."
"The team are very diligent and knowledgeable, and the lawyers are very hard-working and responsive."
"In addition to providing excellent legal services, Blakes are very familiar with developments in the industry."
"The law firm has an exceptional team, both legally and technically, that is always available to answer questions in a timely manner."
"Blakes has specialists managing trade marks, patents and logistics."
Notable Practitioners
Chris Hunter is a Toronto-based partner who heads the intellectual property group. He advises on the IP aspects of M&A, as well as PCT applications.
"Chris is fantastic to work with. He is very knowledgeable and helpful."
"Chris consistently provides excellent legal services and in a timely manner. He is incredibly responsive and an expert in his field. He provides pragmatic legal and business advice."
"He has a good way of explaining IP so that people understand. He provides strategic advice."