L.A. Kelly Gill

Partner at Gowling WLG

Kelly Gill is renowned for his intellectual property litigation expertise, specifically in trademarks and unfair competition. A former leader of Gowling WLG’s Trademarks, Brands & Designs and IP Litigation & Strategy Groups, Kelly has represented clients across all levels of Canadian courts. His notable roles include acting as counsel in pivotal Supreme Court of Canada trademark and copyright cases such as Masterpiece Inc. v. Alavida Lifestyles Inc. and CCH Canadian Ltd. v. Law Society of Upper Canada.

As the author of the highly regarded Fox on Canadian Law of Trade-Marks and Unfair Competition, 4th edition (Thomson Reuters), Kelly’s work is deemed the authoritative source on trademark law in Canada. This publication, initiated in 2002 and updated annually, has been frequently cited across all levels of the Canadian judiciary, including the Supreme Court of Canada.

Kelly Gill’s academic contributions extend to his role as an Adjunct Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School. His professional acclaim is reflected in rankings as a leading IP lawyer by esteemed legal directories such as the World Trademark Review 300 and 1000, Managing Intellectual Property: IP Stars, Who’s Who Legal, and The Best Lawyers in Canada. He has also been featured in the 2021–2023 editions of WTR Global Leaders.

Year Call to Bar: 1993 (ON)

Phone: (416) 862-3536

Fax: (416) 863-3536

Email: [email protected]

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