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Goodmans Intellectual Property Litigation lawyers are always at the forefront of industry-altering patent issues arising before the Supreme Court of Canada and the Federal Court of Appeal, shaping the law through original thinking and thoughtful legal solutions imported from other jurisdictions. Whether asserting intellectual property or defending against IP claims, the Goodmans Intellectual Property Litigation Group has unparalleled experience litigating complex and high-stakes IP litigation. Our Goodmans IP litigation bench is deep, with industry-recognized lawyers and leaders of the future working alongside several in-house PhD-level scientists.

Industry leaders repeatedly turn to Goodmans when the need arises to assert their intellectual property rights, whether it be patents, trademarks or copyright or to defend against claims of patent, trademark or copyright infringement. Clients from a multitude of industries choose Goodmans when they want client-focused, tailor-made strategies for building and managing IP portfolios and designing around the IP of their competitors.

The Group has received numerous recognitions, including Canada Firm of the Year - Patent Disputes and Impact Case of the Year at the Managing IP Awards Americas 2024, Intellectual Property Firm of the Year at the Benchmark Canada Awards 2024, Leading IP Law Firm - IP Patents at the Lexology Awards: North America 2024, and Impact Case of the Year at the LMG Life Sciences Americas Awards 2024 and 2025.

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Intellectual Property - Canada

What the Team is Known For
Goodmans houses a well-regarded Toronto-based intellectual property department with notable strength in handling complex litigation. Renowned for its leading expertise in the pharmaceutical sector, the law firm covers both disputes and non-contentious issues. The team also offers experience in transactional, licensing and portfolio management files, often working for well-known domestic and international brands. The group enjoys a strong reputation for its assured handling of patent litigation matters, particularly for longstanding client Apotex.
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Work Highlights

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  • Goodmans represented Pharmascience in a patent infringement action brought by Janssen concerning its intention to market low-cost subsequent entry versions of Janssen’s drug to treat multiple sclerosis, INVEGA SUSTENNA.

Strengths

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  • Goodmans are excellent litigators.

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  • The firm has a very deep bench and strong technical depth.

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  • Goodmans has been nothing but world class to deal with.

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  • The team at Goodmans is very prepared, responsive and knowledgeable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Andrew Brodkin
    Andrew Brodkin

    Andrew Brodkin

    Andrew Brodkin is a leading intellectual property lawyer with considerable experience litigating complex pharmaceutical patent disputes. He has also represented major manufacturing, oil and gas, and technology clients in both patent and trade mark litigation.

    • Andrew Brodkin is very knowledgeable and very commercial.

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    • Andrew is smart, strategic and lovely to work with.

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    • Andrew Brodkin is an excellent advocate.

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    • Andrew is a very calming influence, he is very practical and really sets the strategic narrative and vision.

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  • Harry Radomski
    Harry Radomski

    Harry Radomski

    Legendary litigator Harry Radomski continues to be recognised as an eminent intellectual property expert, particularly with issues concerning pharmaceutical and media patent litigation.

    • Harry Radomski is a highly intelligent individual.

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    • He is a leader in the industry.

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  • Jordan D. Scopa
    Jordan D. Scopa

    Jordan D. Scopa

    Jordan Scopa continues to impress market observers on the basis of his prominent role in major pharmaceutical patent litigation files, particularly for clients on the generic side of the industry.

    • Jordan Scopa is hard working, brilliant, and strategic. As a result, his legal work packs a punch.

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    • Jordan is a phenomenal litigator and a real force to be reckoned with, as well as a delight to work alongside.

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    • Jordan Scopa is a strong strategic thinker.

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  • Amalia Berg
    Amalia Berg

    Amalia Berg

    Amalia Berg assists clients with a host of trade mark issues, including clearance, prosecution and portfolio management. She has been retained by major brands across a range of industries including consumer products, technology and media.

    • Amalia Berg is a really strong lawyer.

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  • Ben Hackett
    Ben Hackett

    Ben Hackett

    Ben Hackett holds a solid reputation as an IP litigator and has played an important role in several high-profile patent litigation cases, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.
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  • Jenene Roberts
    Jenene Roberts

    Jenene Roberts

    Jenene Roberts is an adept lawyer at assisting with patent infringement litigation. She frequently represents clients in the pharmaceutical sector.

    • Jenene is whip smart.

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