PRESS RELEASE
17 September 2025

Scam Alert: Suspicious Messages Pretending To Be From Smart & Biggar

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Smart & Biggar

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Smart & Biggar uncovers and maximizes intellectual property and technology assets for our clients. Today’s fast-paced innovation economy demands a higher level of expertise and attention to detail when it comes to IP strategy and protection. With over 125 lawyers, patent agents and trademark agents collaborating across five Canadian offices, Smart & Biggar is trusted by the world’s leading innovators to find value in their IP rights. As market leaders in IP, Smart & Biggar’s team is on the pulse when it comes to the latest developments and the wider industry changes that impact our clients. To stay informed, visit smartbiggar.ca/insights, including access to our RxIP Update (smartbiggar.ca/insights/rx-ip-updates), a monthly digest of the latest decisions and law surrounding the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries.
It has come to the firm’s attention that many clients are receiving spam emails accusing them of infringing copyright and notifying them that Smart & Biggar will pursue legal action.
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It has come to the firm's attention that many clients are receiving spam emails accusing them of infringing copyright and notifying them that Smart & Biggar will pursue legal action.

If you receive an email, LinkedIn message or any other form of communication appearing to be from Smart & Biggar, especially on September 16 and including such claims, please be assured that these notices are likely spam. We advise you not to click links or share your personal information.

Your trust and security are our top priorities. Not all communications from Smart & Biggar are fraudulent and we continue to send important and legitimate correspondence to our clients. We strongly encourage you to carefully review any message that seems unexpected or suspicious. If in doubt, please contact your Smart & Biggar counsel directly for clarification.

Contributor

Smart & Biggar uncovers and maximizes intellectual property and technology assets for our clients. Today’s fast-paced innovation economy demands a higher level of expertise and attention to detail when it comes to IP strategy and protection. With over 125 lawyers, patent agents and trademark agents collaborating across five Canadian offices, Smart & Biggar is trusted by the world’s leading innovators to find value in their IP rights. As market leaders in IP, Smart & Biggar’s team is on the pulse when it comes to the latest developments and the wider industry changes that impact our clients. To stay informed, visit smartbiggar.ca/insights, including access to our RxIP Update (smartbiggar.ca/insights/rx-ip-updates), a monthly digest of the latest decisions and law surrounding the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries.
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