Category: MBM News and Announcements

Congratulations to our newest Associate Lawyer, Andrew Masson, on being called to the Ontario Bar! After obtaining his Ph.D. in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, he chose to pursue a career in intellectual property law and is now focusing his practice on IP litigation, IP transactions, and trademark enforcement & portfolio management. MBM is delighted to have him on our team!

“Andrew joined MBM in 2024 and has quickly become an asset to our litigation team. His scientific background and academic achievements, combined with his passion for IP law, made him the perfect fit for MBM”, said MBM’s co-Managing Partner and Head of the Litigation Department, Scott Miller

To learn more about Andrew, check out his full bio here.

Andrew Masson, Ph.D., Intellectual Property Lawyer
T: 613.801.1061
E: amasson@mbm.com

We are proud to announce the promotion of Deborah Meltzer to the partnership at MBM Intellectual Property Law. 

Deborah is a leading intellectual property litigator specializing in trademarks and copyright, with a proven track record of shaping legal precedents in trials, applications, and appeals. Her innovative approach has significantly influenced Canadian trademark and copyright law. Deborah provides comprehensive trademark counsel, managing portfolios across all stages, including clearance, prosecution, and enforcement, and has extensive experience in opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Trademarks Office. She is also highly skilled in negotiating and drafting intellectual property agreements.

“We are thrilled to welcome Deborah into the partnership. Deborah’s client dedication and solution-oriented business approach is exemplary”, said MBM’s co-Managing Partner, Scott Miller.

To learn more about Deborah, check out her full bio here.

Deborah Meltzer, Partner, Lawyer & Trademark Agent
T: 613.801.1077
E: dmeltzer@mbm.com

We want to congratulate Sabrina on passing the Trademark Agent exam and becoming a Registered Canadian Trademark Agent!

Sabrina joined MBM in January 2018 as part of the Office Administration team, and in April 2019, she transitioned into a paralegal role, working with the Trademark team. She is responsible for filing, prosecution, and maintenance of Canadian trademark applications and handling all the formalities for domestic and international clients.

Before starting at MBM, she graduated from Carleton University in June 2017, receiving a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Criminology and Criminal Justice with a concentration in Psychology.

“Sabrina is an integral part of our MBM team. In addition to her exceptional knowledge of Canadian trademark law and procedure, clients love working with her because of her organized and efficient nature and willingness to always go the extra mile. And, no matter how busy she is, her colleagues know they can always count on her for guidance and support. Sabrina is a tremendous asset to our firm”, said Scott Miller, Co-Managing Partner.

To learn more about Sabrina, check out her full bio here.

Sabrina Cobisa, Trademark Agent
T: 613-801-1067
E: scobisa@mbm.com

MBM Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence in Intellectual Property Law

MBM, a leading Canadian intellectual property (IP) boutique law firm, is proud to announce its 30th anniversary. For thirty years, the firm has been at the forefront of IP legal services, providing innovative solutions and exceptional representation to clients ranging from startups to multinational corporations.

“Celebrating our 30th anniversary is a remarkable milestone, and we owe our success to our exceptional staff, many of whom have been with us from the beginning. As a firm, we’ve had the honour of working with companies of all sizes worldwide, helping them safeguard their most valuable IP assets and drive their growth.” said Scott Miller, Co-Managing  Partner.

Founded in 1994, MBM has built a reputation for expertise, dedication, and success in protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights. The firm covers all aspects of IP law, including patents, industrial designs, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and IP litigation. With its head office in Ottawa, MBM also has offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montreal, and Halifax and long-standing relationships with foreign associates around the globe.

“Initially, our goal was to build a firm that clients knew they could trust and would provide top-tier IP services and expertise. We also wanted to build a firm that attracted the best, brightest, and most diverse talent with advanced science degrees to maintain a high level of technical expertise within the firm. We are achieving our goals and are looking forward to our next 30 years!” said Randy Marusyk, Co-Managing Partner.

Looking ahead, MBM is acutely aware of the increasing speed of innovation and the critical and complex need to protect intellectual property. We are committed to working with our clients, regardless of their size, to guide their IP strategies, help them understand the value of their IP assets, ensure those assets are protected, and, if necessary, help them enforce them. Our dedication to our clients is unwavering, and we are here to support them every step of the way.

About MBM

MBM is an Intellectual Property (IP) law firm with offices across Canada. MBM’s professionals are dedicated solely to IP law, including staff that holds Ph.Ds in a multitude of disciplines, including molecular biology, clinical & organic chemistry, neuroscience, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering fields, as well as highly experienced IP litigators. MBM services include obtaining and enforcing all intellectual property rights (patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyrights and trade secrets), as well as providing strategic IP advice and IP litigation.

For more information, please get in touch with our media contact:
Evgenia Apelfeld, Director of International Relations
T: 613-801-1082
E: eapelfeld@mbm.com

“We are thrilled to have Janet on board. Her extensive expertise in trademarks with national and international clients and her global network of associates brings a unique perspective to our trademark team,” shared Randy Marusyk, Co-Managing Partner.

Janet joined MBM in February 2024 as a Trademark Agent and is heading MBM’s Montreal Office. Before joining MBM, Janet worked for over 24 years as a Trademark Agent at two Montreal law firms, during which time she led the Intellectual Property department of one of these firms for over 10 years.

She focuses her practice on managing and protecting trademarks, copyrights and industrial designs. Throughout her career, she has always worked closely with her clients, guiding them through the entire trademark process and counselling them in cases of opposition, expungement proceedings and trademark litigation.

Janet is a member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada and the International Trademark Association. She is fully bilingual in French and English.

To learn more about Janet, check out her full bio here.

With great pleasure, we would like to announce that Dr. Poonam Tauh has been promoted to Partner.

Prior to joining MBM, Poonam earned a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of Ottawa in 2001 and now has over 20 years experience as a Patent Agent.

Poonam moved to Calgary in 2012 to establish MBM’s Calgary office and has subsequently grown the office into a successful and vibrant MBM outpost in Western Canada to better serve our clients in the Alberta region.

“Poonam is an integral part of our MBM team. In addition, to her exceptional technical knowledge, her clients love working with her because of her calm nature and willingness to always go the extra mile. And, no matter how busy she is, her colleagues know they can always count on her for guidance and support. Poonam is a tremendous asset to our firm”, said Randy Marusyk, Co-Managing Partner.

To learn more about Poonam, check out her full bio here.

Poonam Tauh, Ph.D., Partner, Patent Agent
T: 403.800.9018
E: ptauh@mbm.com

On November 14^th, 2019, MBM will be celebrating its 25^th anniversary. This boutique intellectual property law firm, headquartered in Ottawa, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Halifax and Montreal, provides services to clients across Canada and throughout the world.

“We are really excited to celebrate this quarter century milestone and owe it to our phenomenal staff for helping us get here, some of whom have been with the firm since the beginning. As leaders in intellectual property law, we have had the privilege to work with large and small companies around the world, helping them grow their businesses and protect their most important asset, which is their IP. We love being a part of their team and sharing in their success”, said Scott Miller, Co-Managing Partner.

Randy Marusyk, Co-Managing Partner, commented: “When we started out we knew we wanted to create an environment that would draw in the best and the brightest, which resulted in our unique firm culture and morphed into a true MBM family. We never wanted MBM to be a large, impersonal machine. We wanted to truly know our clients and for them to know us and for our staff to be MBMers for life.”

As MBM looks to the future, their goals are clear. Whether it is working with local, national or international clients, we will continue to provide personal service, practical advice and value-added expertise.

About MBM

MBM is an Intellectual Property (IP) law firm with offices across Canada. MBM’s professionals are dedicated solely to IP law, including staff that holds Ph.Ds in a multitude of disciplines including: molecular biology, clinical & organic chemistry, neuroscience, electrical, mechanical and software engineering fields, in addition to highly experienced IP litigators. Their services include obtaining and enforcing all intellectual property rights (patents, trademarks, industrial designs, copyrights, trade secrets), as well as providing strategic IP advice.

 

For more information please contact:

Evgenia Apelfeld, Director of Marketing & Business Development

T: 613-801-1082

E: eapelfeld@mbm.com