R. Nelson Godfrey

Partner, Trademark Agent at Gowling WLG

Based in Gowling WLG’s Vancouver office, R. Nelson Godfrey serves as both a partner and the head of the firm’s national Trademark Group. Nelson is renowned for delivering strategic and legal guidance to a diverse spectrum of domestic and international clients across industries such as computer hardware and software, manufacturing, clothing and consumer products, entertainment, and alcoholic beverages.

Nelson possesses broad experience in complex and contentious disputes involving all areas of intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, industrial designs, and trade secrets. He regularly advocates for clients before the Federal Court of Canada, the superior courts of Alberta and British Columbia, as well as the Trademarks Opposition Board.

His skills extend to assisting clients with the clearance, protection, and enforcement of their brands in the Canadian marketplace. Nelson manages trademark portfolios for both Canadian and international entities and is well-versed in advising on contractual, ownership, privacy, and legal considerations fundamental to the development, transfer, and commercialization of technology and IP assets.

Nelson Godfrey is widely recognized in renowned publications and rankings including IAM Patent 1000, World Trademark Review 1000, The Legal 500 Canada, and The Best Lawyers in Canada. He has also been distinguished as a Rising Star in Euromoney, Expert Guides, and Managing Intellectual Property: IP Stars.

Call to Bar: 2013 (British Columbia); 2015 (Alberta)
Phone: (604) 891-2799
Fax: (604) 683-3558
Email: [email protected]

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