Effective January 1st 2022, all of the members of SMITHS IP are now practising as part of the firm Oyen Wiggs Green & Mutala LLP. Feel free to contact us at our new home and emails at Oyen Wiggs.

Our People

Our partners, associates, agents, and support staff comprise a seasoned team of IP professionals and talented litigators who will work with you to build and execute an intellectual property strategy.

Paul Smith (Senior Partner)

Paul Smith

Senior Partner

The founding partner of SMITHS IP is a McGill graduate who speaks both French and English. Paul has been recognized for his achievements practicing Intellectual Property Law in Canada.

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Lawrence Chan (Partner)

Lawrence Chan

Partner

Lawrence studied at the University of British Columbia, where he received his Science (Honours in Biochemistry) and Law degrees. He can also provide services in Cantonese.

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Mihaela Hutanu (Trademark Agent)

Mihaela Hutanu

Trademark Agent

Mihaela represents clients before the Canadian Intellectual Property Office and the US Patent & Trademark Office. Her national and international clients include individuals, companies, and law firms.

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Carina Umali (Dynamic Operations Manager)

Carina Umali

Dynamic Operations Manager

Carina is responsible for the firm’s business and administrative function. She holds a degree in Nursing from McGill University and an MBA from the University of Toronto.

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Karen Chow (Associate)

Karen Chow

Associate

Karen received her J.D. from the University of Ottawa and her Bachelor of Arts and Science (Chemistry & Sociology) from McGill University.

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Garth Leslie (Associate)

Garth Leslie

Associate

Garth holds Mechanical Engineering and law degrees from the University of Alberta.

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Our Admin

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