Lisa Sim

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Lisa Sim, a partner at Miller Thomson LLP and leader of the National Patent and Industrial Designs Group, is a seasoned intellectual property lawyer. Specializing in safeguarding and optimizing clients’ intellectual assets, Lisa is a registered patent agent in both Canada and the United States, as well as a registered Canadian trademark agent. Her comprehensive knowledge and experience include securing patent, industrial design, and trademark protections globally, advising on IP management and commercialization, and managing IP conflicts. Lisa’s client base includes SMEs, universities, research bodies, and individual inventors, for whom she tailors pragmatic and cost-efficient legal solutions that align with their business goals, a dedication that has earned her accolades in prestigious legal directories such as The Best Lawyers in Canada. Before delving into law, Lisa completed graduate work in the life sciences, subsequently accumulating years of experience as IP counsel across leading IP law firms, before joining Miller Thomson.

Lisa’s academic background and contributions through presentations and publications showcase her commitment to thought leadership in intellectual property law. Her presentations at esteemed venues and insightful publications exhibit her dedication to sharing knowledge and experience within the legal and academic spheres.

Lisa’s professional affiliations and achievements underscore her skillfulness and dedication to the legal realm. She is a member of various reputable bodies like the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada, International Trademark Association, and the College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents. In addition, her recognition in The Best Lawyers in Canada for Intellectual Property Law and Information Technology Law reflects her outstanding legal prowess.