Norman Cameron has joined forces with Canada’s leading team for intellectual property and his clients will now benefit from the unrivaled experience of Canada’s leading IP firm – Smart & Biggar.
Together, Norman Cameron and the team at Smart & Biggar offer Canadian and international companies leading IP expertise and legal counsel to help them protect, enforce, and create growth with IP.
Canada’s leader for intellectual property law
Smart & Biggar offers clients the deepest level of IP expertise with a team of more than 100 lawyers, agents and technical specialists practicing in patents, designs, copyrights and trademarks. We are also the leader in Canada for IP litigation and enforcement, with an unmatched track record of trial victories at all levels of court resulting in impressive financial returns for our clients.
Helping companies leverage the value of IP
We help companies leverage the value of IP and innovation through a complete range of IP procurement services and strategic IP counsel and advice. From drafting and filing patent applications for new technologies for manufacturers, to advising on IP portfolio strategy and infringement issues across industries.
We also advise on trademark filing and applications, provide strategic counsel on enforcement, and related guidance on marketing and advertising. For early stage and fast growth companies we also advise on IP strategy, licensing and due diligence in M&A transactions, representing both investors and founders.
Featured Insights
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Counterfeiting and trademark infringement continue to evolve, creating challenges that extend far beyond traditional marketplaces. From intercepting infringing goods at the border to addressing unauth...Read More
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Let’s play! Dos and don’ts of running a contest in Canada
With excitement surrounding this year’s international soccer tournament now in full swing, individuals and businesses alike are considering how to get in on the action. One common marketing play is to...Read More -
Filer Beware.Why a foreign filing license may be required before filing your patent
Foreign filing licenses are a common but often overlooked requirement that can create headaches for patent applicants. Failure to obtain the appropriate authorization can lead to consequences ranging ...Read More -
Brand protection online: Enforcement options for domain name takedowns
A well‑chosen domain name is a valuable brand asset. It serves as a powerful marketing tool by helping businesses stand out in a crowded digital landscape and attracting consumers to their websites. W...Read More
Firm News
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Smart & Biggar practitioners reflect on CBA IP Day and Judges’ Dinner 2026
On May 28, 2026, members of Smart & Biggar’s IP litigation team attended the 2026 CBA IP Day and Judges’ Dinner in Ottawa.Read More -
Smart & Biggar earns eight rankings in WTR Global Leaders 2026
Eight Smart & Biggar practitioners have been named among the world’s most notable trademark experts in the World Trademark Review (WTR) Global Leaders 2026.Read More -
47 practitioners recognized in LEXPERT® Special Edition: Technology 2026
Smart & Biggar is proud to announce that 47 of our practitioners have been listed in LEXPERT® Special Edition: Technology 2026.Read More -
Laura Easton speaks with Canadian Lawyer Magazine on AI hallucinations
Laura Easton was recently featured in Canadian Lawyer Magazine. She was interviewed by Jessica Mach on the growing number of Canadian court decisions involving AI-generated “hallucinations” in legal f...Read More
Leverage the Value of Your IP
