Intellectual Property Advisory

Trademark audits, patent portfolio mapping, and compliance under the Canadian Trademarks Act and Patent Act.
Legal documents and gavel on a desk representing intellectual property law

Core Advisory Value

Documented outcomes under the Canadian Trademarks Act and Patent Act. Each benefit corresponds to a specific compliance or portfolio objective.

01

Trademark Audit Completeness

All registered and unregistered marks are catalogued with current use status. Renewal deadlines are verified against the Registrar’s records, reducing the risk of inadvertent lapse.

02

Patent Portfolio Clarity

Patent families are mapped by technology domain, jurisdiction, and filing stage. Expired or abandoned assets are flagged so maintenance fees are allocated only to active protections.

03

Legislative Compliance Assurance

Internal filing and opposition procedures are reviewed against the latest amendments to the Trademarks Act and Patent Act. Non‑conforming practices are identified and corrected before they trigger procedural objections.

04

Risk‑Based Prioritisation

Each asset is scored by commercial relevance and legal exposure. The resulting priority list guides where to invest in new filings, oppositions, or licence negotiations.

05

Audit‑Ready Documentation

Findings are compiled in a structured report that can be presented to internal counsel, external auditors, or the Canadian Intellectual Property Office without re‑work.

Visual documentation of IP compliance procedures

Key service illustrations

Trademark audit workflow
Audit procedure

Trademark audit workflow

Structured review of registered and unregistered marks under the Canadian Trademarks Act, including use verification and renewal tracking.

Patent portfolio map
Portfolio mapping

Patent portfolio map

Visual categorization of patent families by technology domain, jurisdiction, and filing status under the Patent Act.

Compliance checklist
Regulatory compliance

Compliance checklist

Documented adherence to recent Trademarks Act amendments, including examination procedure updates and opposition timeline changes.

IP asset inventory
Asset inventory

IP asset inventory

Comprehensive listing of all intellectual property assets with registration numbers, filing dates, and current legal status.

Filing timeline
Filing schedule

Filing timeline

Calendar of upcoming renewal deadlines, opposition periods, and maintenance fee payments for active patents and trademarks.

Risk assessment matrix
Risk analysis

Risk assessment matrix

Evaluation of potential conflicts, lapsed registrations, and infringement exposure with recommended corrective actions.

Why s.a.m.s.t.y.l.e.s. for IP Advisory

Our approach is grounded in statutory precision and portfolio rigor, not general counsel.

We operate exclusively under the Canadian Trademarks Act and Patent Act. Every audit, mapping, and compliance review is structured to withstand internal review and regulatory scrutiny.
Statutory Alignment

All procedures reference the current text of the Trademarks Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. T-13) and Patent Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. P-4). No generic frameworks.

Portfolio Audit Depth

We document registered marks, unregistered common law rights, renewal calendars, and lapsed filings. Patent mapping includes family trees, jurisdiction status, and maintenance fee schedules.

Compliance Documentation

Each engagement produces a structured compliance memorandum suitable for board review, litigation support, or internal IP governance. No soft recommendations.

Canadian Practice Only

We do not offer multi-jurisdictional general advice. Our work is confined to Canadian IP law, with direct reference to CIPO practice notices and Federal Court decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common inquiries regarding trademark audits, patent portfolio mapping, and compliance under Canadian IP law.

Have a specific question?

Contact our legal team for a detailed consultation tailored to your portfolio.

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