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9 October 2025

Smart & Biggar Welcomes Two New Associates To Our Toronto Office

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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.
Smart & Biggar is pleased to welcome Svitlana Penner and Kimberly Ren as associates in our Toronto office. Both rejoin the firm following their terms as articling students.
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Smart & Biggar is pleased to welcome Svitlana Penner and Kimberly Ren as associates in our Toronto office. Both rejoin the firm following their terms as articling students. They will work alongside Canada’s IP leaders to support clients in safeguarding their innovations and addressing key IP challenges.

Svitlana Penner – Associate, Trademarks

Svitlana is a trademark lawyer dedicated to helping clients secure and protect their intellectual property rights with precision and strategic insight. With over 12 years of international trademark experience, Svitlana handles trademark and copyright protection across Eastern Europe, Central Asia, Canada and the broader North American market.

Kimberly Ren – Associate, Patents: EICT

With a rigorous background in engineering, Kim brings a results-oriented methodology to patent law. She is committed to helping innovators secure robust, enterprise-focused intellectual property through thoughtful and strategic patent prosecution. She has experience with both early-stage tech companies and established Canadian businesses operating domestically as well as in the U.S., Europe, Asia and beyond.

We wish them all the best in their careers at Smart & Biggar.

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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