

Partner at Gowling WLG
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Year Called to the Bar: 1996 (ON)
Phone: (613) 786-0137
Email: [email protected]
Paula Clancy is a highly respected partner and trademark agent at Gowling WLG’s Ottawa office, certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a specialist in intellectual property (trademarks). As a recognized leader in IP law, Paula serves as the president and chairwoman of the board of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC), a director of the International Trademark Association (INTA), and councillor of AIPPI (Canada), contributing to the advancement of trademark protection nationally and internationally.
Her outstanding contributions to intellectual property law have been acknowledged by numerous awards and directories, including the Ottawa Business Journal’s Top 40 Under Forty Award, Distinctive Women Magazine’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award, World Trademark Review’s WTR 1000, Who’s Who Legal: Canada and IP Trademarks, The Best Lawyers™ in Canada, and The Legal 500 Canada.
Paula Clancy works with a diverse range of clients, from innovative start-ups and SMEs to renowned public companies and international brands. Her experience spans industries including technology, fashion, consumer goods, cosmetics, food and beverage, sports, banking, manufacturing, and life sciences. She is particularly attuned to the needs of women and minority-owned businesses, offering tailored legal solutions to support their growth and protect their intellectual property assets.
Paula’s deep expertise in trademark law and her commitment to client success make her a trusted legal advisor for businesses of all sizes. Her strategic approach to trademark protection and portfolio management helps clients secure, defend, and maximize the value of their brands in Canada and worldwide.
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