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w w w . C A N A D I A N L a w y e r m a g . c o m J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 8 37 Deeth Williams Wall LLP Toronto dww.com Founded more than 20 years ago, the firm has grown from seven lawyers to 24, covering all aspects of IP prosecution, commercialization and enforcement; IT law; litigation; and regulatory law. The firm acts for a number of large busi- nesses, including an international oilfield services company, a national telecommunications company, a provincial gov- ernment, a major inter-bank data network, an international soft drink company and an international retailer. It acted for Actavis Specialty Pharmaceuticals Co. in numerous patent litigation and PM(NOC) matters. It also provides day-to- day patent and trademark advice for major food, chemical, automotive and retail companies. "Dedication to client service, quality of written work, knowledge of relevant subject areas." "Wide range of knowledge, great service, personable lawyers." Fleck Innovation Law Toronto fleckip.com Founded October 2016, Fleck Innovation Law assists Canadian and international clients with contentious and non-contentious intellectual property matters, as well as privacy and anti-spam (CASL), social media, advertising and marketing matters. Clients cover a wide range of industries, including: agricultural and medical research institutions; computer software and mobile payments; social media; online news media; pharmaceuticals; trade associations in various indus- tries; food, alcoholic beverages, and restaurants; manu- facturers in various fields; exercise, physical fitness and sports; and apparel and consumer goods. "Fleck Innovation Law for professionalism and delivery of services." "Rapid response and thorough analysis." "Dedication, diligence, and excellent customer ser- vice." "They have deep knowledge in IP law, are very strategic, and are always accessible." Gilbert's LLP Toronto gilbertslaw.com Tim Gilbert launched Gilbert's LLP in 2001 armed with only a briefcase and cellphone aiming to break out of the conventional approach to legal services. He now finds himself surrounded by 18 lawyers, agents and students, who work to provide solutions to innovative clients. The firm's specializes in IP and advocacy. Gilbert's focuses in navigating industries — including pharmaceutical, soft- ware, technology, energy, clean-tech, gaming, media and entertainment — and provides clients with IP solutions that make business sense. From creating and monetizing IP assets to protecting and enforcing IP rights, Gilbert's works in both the courtroom and the boardroom. While the firm has represented large pharmaceutical and tech companies in "bet the company" litigation, Gilbert's also has a contingency fee option when the cost of legal ser- vices is a barrier. "Top notch IP lawyers." "Top-tier lawyers." TOP 10 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY BOUTIQUES Ridout & Maybee LLP Toronto, Ottawa, Burlington, Ont. ridoutmaybee.com Ridout & Maybee LLP consistently ranks as one of Canada's top IP law firms in both Canadian and international surveys. The majority of its professionals have advanced degrees in science, engineering and IT as well as law. As a protector of intellectual property in Canada since 1893, the firm files an average of 3,000 patent and 1,000 trademark applications per year and is one of the country's longest operating IP firms, with over 30 professionals across three offices. Co-founder John Ridout was the author of one of the first Canadian textbooks on patents, Ridout on Patents, published in 1894. J. Edward Maybee was the first president of what is today the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada. Six Ridout & Maybee partners have held this title, including current partner Janet Fuhrer, who was recently named the president of the Canadian Bar Association. "Responsiveness, capability, global thinking, and personal relationship." "Depth or variety of IP areas covered by their lawyers and the quality of their advice." "Scope of expertise and geographical coverage."

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