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My practice covers litigation in all areas of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyright, industrial designs and confidential information. I have appeared before the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal and the British Columbia Supreme Court and the British Columbia Court of Appeal. I have extensive experience in advising clients on IP litigation strategies, conducting summary trials, discoveries and cross-examinations, as well as preparing and presenting arguments to the Court. I also have in-depth experience in preparing written documents such as pleadings, arguments, and cease and desist letters, as well as with conducting negotiations with opposing counsel.I also have particular expertise in the field of anti-counterfeiting enforcement work, being heavily involved with developing and implementing anti-counterfeiting enforcement programs in Canada for major brand owners worldwide, operating in fields such as luxury goods, apparel and certification marks.Trademark prosecution is another significant element of my practice. I regularly file applications, prepare responses to Office Actions, and appear before the Trade-marks Opposition Board and in section 45 proceedings. I am also regularly involved in arranging for filing of foreign trademarks.I have worked with clients ranging in size from small companies to large multinational corporations and operating both in Canada and internationally.

Listed skills include Intellectual Property, Ip Litigation, Anti Counterfeiting, Copyright Law, and 13 others.