Marek Nitoslawski is a seasoned IP litigator whose winning strategies in patent, trademark and copyright matters have earned him the respect of clients, colleagues and the courts. In recent years he has represented clients in cross-national patent litigation involving electronics, aeronautics and recreational vehicles. Many of Marek’s cases have set legal precedents, showcasing his “outside the box” approach to complex legal issues. Marek’s profound knowledge of all fields of intellectual property, whether it be patents, designs, trademarks, copyright, trade secrets or unfair competition, allow him to draw on and combine the underlying concepts for maximum advantage. Marek is particularly adept at coordinating transnational disputes and ensuring that the strategy adopted in Canada conforms with, and often leads, what is being done elsewhere.
Marek also has an active trademarks practice, in the context of which he manages portfolios large and small in the cosmetics, life sciences, clothing, food and alcoholic beverages industries. He has a particular affinity for packaging and trade dress issues, and anything to do with so-called unconventional marks such as sounds, moving marks, smells, etc.
Marek is a popular, well-respected speaker and is recognized for his leading expertise in Intellectual Property in Chambers & Partners, Canada’s Best Lawyers, WIPR World Leaders, IAM Patents 1000, WTR 1000, Legal Who’s Who, Lexpert and Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars for patents and trademarks.
