Founded in 1887 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the boutique law firm of Riches, McKenzie & Herbert LLP is one of Canada's oldest firms, practising solely in the field of Canadian Intellectual Property law. Our team of professionals navigates complex intellectual property matters involving patents, trademarks, copyrights, industrial designs and IP litigation disputes. Some of our clientele comprises inventors, universities and Fortune 100 companies that encompass a wide range of technologies and interests, as well as national and international law firms seeking to secure their clients' IP rights in Canada.PATENTS CANADAOur patent agents, in addition to being barristers and solicitors qualified to practice in the Province of Ontario, also have a technical undergraduate degree or relevant experience in a particular technology. We draft, file, and prosecute patent applications and providing legal opinions with respect to the viability of patenting new inventions. TRADEMARKS CANADAOur trademark professionals have expertise in all aspects of trademark acquisition and registration. We offer personalized expertise in creating and managing trademark portfolios, enforcing trademark rights, settling trademark disputes and developing international branding strategies. COPYRIGHTSOur firm's professionals have extensive experience in copyright law and protection ranging in scope from copyright ownership, acquisition and registration, to copyright enforcement.INDUSTRIAL DESIGNSOur multi-disciplinary technical experience enables us to advise clients on industrial design protection regarding a broad range of different products. IP AGREEMENTSOur team of professionals has significant experience drafting, negotiating and advising on the licensing of intellectual property and IP agreements. IP LITIGATIONOur litigation lawyers possess demonstrated experience in all aspects of IP litigation when disputes over patents, trademarks, designs or copyrights arise.