Partner at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Michael Shortt is a dedicated partner at Fasken’s Montreal office, where he expertly practices as both a lawyer and trademark agent. Specializing in litigation and transactional work, Michael brings a distinct focus to the videogame and life science industries. As a distinguished member of the Quebec and Ontario Bars, he provides comprehensive advice on common-law, civil-law, and federal matters.
In his capacity as a litigator, Michael adeptly represents clients in areas like intellectual property, commercial, and public law disputes. On the transactional side, he skillfully drafts and negotiates a wide range of commercial contracts, including intellectual property licenses, service agreements, consumer contracts, confidentiality agreements (NDAs), and videogame publishing contracts.
As a proficient trademark agent, Michael assists clients in securing trade-mark registrations across Canada and expertly manages their global trademark portfolios. His practice zeroes in on pivotal sectors such as software, videogames, telecommunications, and consumer products.
Michael is also the proud co-founder of the firm’s videogame industry group, providing invaluable legal services to development studios and publishers of various sizes. He specializes in the intricate processes of reviewing, negotiating, and drafting contracts within the videogame industry, coupled with offering compliance advice on consumer protection law, language laws, and other regulatory matters.
Year Call to Bar: 2014 (QC)
Phone: (514) 397-5270
Email: [email protected]
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