Lippes Mathias’ Matthew D. Asbell Explores U.S. and Canadian Trademark Law During Lawline Webinar

January 15, 2025 | Press Releases
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Matthew D. Asbell, a member of Lippes Mathias' intellectual property practice team, recently joined Canadian trademark lawyer Selena Altro Paperman to present a webinar hosted by Lawline titled "Protecting Your Clients' Trademarks in Canada." This program highlighted critical distinctions between U.S. and Canadian trademark law and their practical implications for U.S. businesses expanding into Canada. 

The session provided attendees with valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with cross-border intellectual property issues. Participants explored how U.S. and Canadian trademark rights are acquired, key differences in registration processes, and strategies to minimize legal risks while enhancing brand protection in Canada. 

Learning Objectives Included: 

  • Differentiating foundational principles of U.S. and Canadian trademark law 
  • Identifying key differences in trademark registration processes between the two jurisdictions 
  • Assessing the impact of these legal distinctions on U.S. businesses operating in Canada 
  • Applying best practices to navigate Canadian trademark law effectively 

About Lippes Mathias LLP 

Lippes Mathias is a full-service law firm with more than 220 attorneys serving clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. With offices in Buffalo, Clarence, Albany, Long Island, New York, Rochester, Syracuse, and Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; Greater Toronto Area; Chicago, Ill.; Jacksonville and West Palm Beach, Fla.; Cleveland, Ohio; San Antonio, Texas; Oklahoma City, Okla. and Washington, D.C., the firm represents publicly and privately-owned companies, private equity and venture capital firms, real estate developers, financial institutions, municipalities, governmental entities, and individuals. 

Year after year, Lippes Mathias is proud to be recognized by The Best Lawyers in America®, U.S. News - Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers, and Chambers USA. For more information, visit www.lippes.com

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