As part of the transaction, Bereskin & Parr will combine with Smart & Biggar and operate as Smart & Biggar, as part of the international IP group, IPH. Smart & Biggar and Bereskin & Parr are complementary businesses, with highly experienced teams, a strong heritage and quality clients.
Bereskin & Parr Founding Partner, Dan Bereskin said, “Combining forces with Smart & Biggar will ensure the combined firm’s future success and growth in both Canada and internationally.”
Bereskin & Parr Managing Partner, Stephen Beney said, “We have always prided ourselves on delivering the highest quality IP services and now, as part of a larger firm and with the support of a global network, we can offer our clients even greater value and provide our people with enhanced career opportunities.”
The transaction is expected to occur on September 27, 2024. Until completion, each firm will operate independently.
For more information, please contact: Stephen Beney
About Smart & Biggar
Smart & Biggar is widely recognised as one of Canada’s leading intellectual property firms, with over 125 lawyers, patent agents and trademark agents in offices in Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. The firm has been serving clients for over a century and operates as part of the international IPH Limited group.