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Smart & Biggar

Intellectual Property: Litigation

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Smart & Biggar is Canada’s largest firm practising exclusively in intellectual property and technology law. We work directly with organizations, and seamlessly with associate firms, to help our clients secure, protect and maximize the value of their intellectual property investments in Canada.

From five offices across Canada, we offer the full complement of intellectual property services including IP litigation, patent and trademark agency services, strategic IP counselling, licensing and IP transactions support. We serve many of the world’s leading organizations across a broad spectrum of industries.

Client Service Excellence

Internationally regarded for service excellence, we leverage sophisticated project management and back office systems to manage our clients’ matters, and increase the efficiency.

Litigation Powerhouse

Our highly effective litigators dominate courtrooms at all levels including the Supreme Court of Canada, on commercially important and complex matters, resulting in precedent setting victories and record damages awards for our clients.

Specialized Expertise

With one of the largest IP teams in Canada, we offer our clients experience in scientific, technical and legal fields, along with highly specialized industry sector knowledge.

Technical Strength

Virtually every member of our firm has an engineering or scientific background, many with graduate degrees. Over 55 members of our firm, including many lawyers, are registered patent agents.

Industries (21)

  • Aerospace, Aeronautics, & Aviation
  • Agricultural Sciences
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Automotive
  • Cannabis
  • Chemical & Biotechnology
  • Cleantech
  • Consumer Products
  • Electronics & Computer Technology
  • Energy, Oil & Gas
  • Financial Services & Technology
  • Food & Beverage
  • Internet, Digital Media & E-Commerce
  • Luxury Goods & Apparel
  • Manufacturing, Industrial Goods & Machinery
  • Medical Devices
  • Pharmaceutical & Biologics
  • Railways
  • Robotics
  • Software, Information & Cloud Technology
  • Telecommunications

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Intellectual Property: Litigation - Nationwide - Canada

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What the Team is Known For

Smart & Biggar is a well-established IP and innovation boutique with offices in Ontario, Québec, Alberta and British Columbia. The law firm maintains an impressive IP development service, assisting high-profile clients with issues ranging from licensing and marketing to enforcement and litigation. Reputed for its bench strength and high-quality representation, it has proven skill in patent, copyright and trade mark litigation as well as a substantial range of commercial IP matters. The group services clients in a diverse range of sectors, including telecommunications, pharmaceuticals and the media industry, and has an impressive portfolio of clients in e-commerce and technology.

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Work Highlights

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  • Smart & Biggar successfully defended J.R. Simplot in a patent infringement case concerning technology for pre-treating potatoes in the production of French fries.

Strengths

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  • Smart & Biggar has very deep expertise on highly specialised, complex IP matters. The team is truly excellent.

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  • Smart & Biggar is consistently strategic, responsive and provides efficient service.

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  • Smart & Biggar is highly competent, skilled in diverse subject matter and reliable.

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  • Smart & Biggar is very good at keeping us updated and provides pragmatic, realistic and tailored advice.

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  • Smart & Biggar offers exceptional Canadian IP expertise, with a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • François Guay
    François Guay

    François Guay

    Montréal-based François Guay is a highly experienced litigator who is particularly well regarded for his expertise in copyright and patent disputes and infringement cases. He has acted for major clients in recreational products, media, pharmaceuticals and telecoms.

    • François is a brilliant litigator. He has a breadth of experience.

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    • François is extremely experienced in his dealings with businesses and in the courtroom. He instills confidence and trust with our team.

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    • François is an exceptionally good litigator.

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    • François is a brilliant lawyer. He is very strategic, focused and has a good understanding of commercial stakes.

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  • Mark Evans
    Mark Evans

    Mark Evans

    Toronto-based Mark Evans represents clients in significant IP prosecution mandates. He has an excellent reputation in the field of trade marks, where he services major sporting and consumer product brands.

    • Mark is a top-notch prosecutor.

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    • Mark is excellent.

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    • Mark is really outstanding. He is a really strong lawyer.

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  • Christian Bolduc
    Christian Bolduc

    Christian Bolduc

    Montréal-based Christian Bolduc impresses for his work across a broad array of trade mark mandates, spanning procurement, prosecution and protection.

    • Christian is a top trade mark practitioner.

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    • Christian knows his stuff and does a great job.

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    • Christian is an excellent IP lawyer.

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  • Daphne Lainson
    Daphne Lainson

    Daphne Lainson

    Leader of Smart & Biggar's life sciences practice, Daphne Lainson possesses significant experience advising major pharmaceutical clients on patent filing, strategy and portfolio management. She is based in Ottawa.

    • Daphne is a top quality trusted adviser.

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    • Daphne is amazing.

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  • Nancy Pei
    Nancy Pei

    Nancy Pei

    Nancy Pei represents clients in significant patent-related disputes. A qualified and registered pharmacist, she is a particularly notable advocate for major pharmaceutical companies.

    • Nancy is an exceptionally good litigator.

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  • Yoon Kang
    Yoon Kang

    Yoon Kang

    Yoon Kang is a reputable lawyer who is notably active in patent litigation mandates in the pharmaceutical sector. She is based in Toronto.

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