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A Legacy of Innovation and Protection
Ridout & Maybee LLP is one of Canada’s most storied intellectual property law firms, with a history dating back to 1893. Recognized consistently as a top-tier IP boutique, the firm has played a pivotal role in shaping Canadian patent and trademark law. In 2023, Ridout & Maybee LLP combined operations with Smart & Biggar, creating a powerhouse of legal expertise dedicated to protecting the assets of innovators. This union brings together over a century of experience, offering clients unmatched depth in patent drafting, trademark registration, and IP litigation. Whether representing multinational corporations or individual inventors, their team provides strategic counsel that turns ideas into valuable business assets.
Intellectual Property Expertise
- Patents: Comprehensive services for drafting and filing patent applications in mechanical, electrical, chemical, and biotech fields.
- Trademarks: Strategic brand protection, including clearance searches, registration, and opposition proceedings.
- Industrial Designs: Protecting the visual features of products to secure a competitive edge in the marketplace.
- IP Litigation: Aggressive representation in infringement disputes, validity challenges, and cross-border IP conflicts.
- Licensing and Transactions: Negotiating commercial agreements to monetize intellectual property assets effectively.
Located in the iconic Bank of Canada Building on University Avenue, Ridout & Maybee LLP (now part of Smart & Biggar) remains a cornerstone of Toronto’s legal community. Their professionals are engineers and scientists as well as lawyers, ensuring they understand the technical nuances of your invention. If you seek a legal partner with a rich history and a future-focused approach to innovation, look no further.
Specializing In
Patent Prosecution, Trademark Registration, Industrial Designs, IP Litigation
Address & Location
Ridout & Maybee LLP
Bank of Canada Building
250 University Ave Suite 500
Toronto, ON M5H 3E5
Building Location
Located in the Bank of Canada Building on the west side of University Ave, at the corner of Queen St W. The building is a prominent landmark near Osgoode Hall.
Suite Access
Enter the main lobby from University Ave. Present ID at the security desk to access the elevators to the 5th floor.
Parking Details
Underground parking is available at the Four Seasons Centre (access via York St) or at Nathan Phillips Square.
Public Transit
Direct access to Osgoode Station (Line 1). The 501 Queen streetcar stops directly at the intersection of Queen and University.
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