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Smart & Biggar congratulates new Senior Associate Matthew Burt

Smart & Biggar is pleased to share that Matthew Burt has been promoted to Senior Associate in recognition of his achievements and contributions as a member of our leading IP Litigation practice.

July 4, 2023

Smart & Biggar is pleased to share that Matthew Burt has been promoted to Senior Associate in recognition of his achievements and contributions to our clients’ success as a member of our leading IP Litigation practice.

Located in our Ottawa office, Matthew is a skilled litigator who offers thorough, comprehensive patent and trademark support. He employs an exacting attention to detail with a strong research background to anticipate both his client’s needs and their opponent’s next move.

Matthew understands the potential applications of innovative therapies and products, and excels in managing patent litigation files from beginning to end, including developing a litigation strategy, drafting written arguments, and arguing motions before the court. He is also skilled in trademark and copyright enforcement.

Read Matthew Burt’s Smart & Biggar profile online.

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Smart & Biggar is widely recognized as Canada’s leading intellectual property firm. We are leaders in intellectual property and have been serving clients for over a century. Smart & Biggar operates as part of the IPH Limited group, under its own brand and independent from other IPH member firms.

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