Intellectual Property: Litigation - Canada
What the team is known for
DLA Piper has a well-established Canadian group with significant experience in intellectual property litigation. It represents clients in a broad array of complex IP disputes, including contentious trade mark issues and copyright cases. The law firm possesses additional capabilities in IP portfolio management and enforcement. It acts for a range of notable life sciences, pharmaceutical and technology clients.
Strengths
"They always respond within the same day."
Work highlights
Defended Videotron in patent infringement claims brought by Rovi and Tivo.
Notable practitioners
Bruce Stratton is a well-respected and experienced intellectual property lawyer in Toronto. He is particularly well regarded for his knowledge of patent law, representing clients across an assortment of sectors, including the technology and telecoms industries. "Bruce Stratton is an excellent and experienced counsel who is capable of taking on almost any case in the IP field."
Sangeetha Punniyamoorthy is chair of the intellectual property and technology group at the law firm. She frequently advises on trade mark infringement cases, with additional experience in copyright and patent mandates. She is based in Toronto and is a registered trade mark agent. "She is dedicated and always reachable. Her advice is practical and pragmatic, and her experience means she knows the client's perspective and what they want." "Sangeetha is fair, tough and straightforward."