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4 December 2025

Smart & Biggar Ranked Tier 1 For Intellectual Property (IP) And IP Litigation In The Legal 500 Canada

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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 announce the firm’s continued recognition as a Tier 1 firm for Intellectual Property (IP) and IP Litigation, and Tier 4 for Cannabis, in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Canada...
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Smart & Biggar is pleased to announce the firm’s continued recognition as a Tier 1 firm for Intellectual Property (IP) and IP Litigation, and Tier 4 for Cannabis, in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Canada, marking the 12th consecutive year of this distinction.

In addition to the firm rankings, congratulations to nine of the firm’s practitioners who earned individual recognition across various rankings for Intellectual Property, IP Litigation and Cannabis in The Legal 500 Canada.

Hall of Fame:

  • Mark Evans – Intellectual Property
  • François Guay – Intellectual Property, IP Litigation

Leading Partners:

  • Mark Biernacki – Intellectual Property
  • Jean-Sébastien Dupont – IP Litigation
  • Sheldon Hamilton – Intellectual Property ( Posthumous)
  • Yoon Kang – Intellectual Property
  • Nancy Pei – Intellectual Property
  • Alice Tseng – Cannabis

Next Generation Partners:

  • Graham Hood – Intellectual Property

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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.
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