Jerry
Z. Chen
Intellectual Property, Technology Law and Litigation
PRACTICE
AREAS
PATENTS
Patent litigation, infringement and freedom to operate opinions, and patent applications
LITIGATION
Intellectual property, breach of contract, defamation, breach of trust, and economic interference
TRADEMARKS
Enforcement relating to infringement, passing off and counterfeiting, oppositions and cancellation proceedings, searching, and filing trademark applications
COPYRIGHT
Copyright registration, enforcement, clearance, infringement and fair dealing opinions, and licensing negotiations
TECHNOLOGY & STARTUP
Technology & IP licensing and transfer agreements, joint venture agreements, software licenses, end-user licenses, and incorporation
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Negotiations and settlement agreements, mediation
About
Registered Patent and Trademark Agent
Education:
J.D.
University of Toronto
B. Sc - Biology
Western University
Member of
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Ontario and Canadian Bar Associations
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Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)
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York Region Law Association
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Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL)
Jerry is a lawyer and trademark agent based in Markham and Richmond Hill, serving the Greater Toronto Area. Jerry has been practicing in the area of intellectual property and litigation since 2011.
Previously, Jerry practiced at Bereskin & Parr LLP, a national intellectual property boutique law firm. Jerry has successfully appeared before the Federal and Provincial Courts, and has represented clients from local businesses to multi-national corporations. Jerry was also counsel in one of Canada's largest patent infringement trials.
Jerry's practice now focuses on addressing the needs of start-ups and small businesses.
Jerry has extensive experience in advising on intellectual property, licensing, branding, as well as common technology and corporate issues.
Jerry's core values are:
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Proportionality - balancing business objectives, risks, and budget
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Responsiveness - timely and direct communication
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Clarity - making legal concepts and process easy to understand
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Efficiency - using experience and technology to reduce delay and costs
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Candour - being upfront about risks, fees and turnaround time
Jerry can assist clients in English, Mandarin and Japanese.
Let's Talk
Email:
Tel: 647.746.8333
Fax: 416.352.5908
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