Cassels is excited to welcome two new partners to its National Intellectual Property Group – Andrew Skodyn and Sean Jackson. Well known for their extensive track records of success in complex patent litigation, Andrew and Sean bring a wealth of experience and knowledge of IP law, trial practice and the IP needs of a wide array of industries.
“I am delighted that Andrew and Sean have decided to join Cassels. Their expertise will not only complement but further elevate our position as an industry leader in intellectual property law across the country. The dynamic portfolios they bring align seamlessly with our commitment to providing tailored, business-minded solutions for our clients,” said Kristin Taylor, Managing Partner at Cassels, adding that, “the significant growth of this practice within the firm is both exciting and a solid foundation to continue to build on.”
“The trajectory of the Cassels IP practice is unmatched in Canada,” said Casey Chisick, Chair of the National Intellectual Property Group at Cassels, noting the addition of several other top practitioners in patent, trademark, anticounterfeiting, and advertising and marketing law in the last two years alone. “Andrew has been a leader in his field for more than 20 years and Sean is a rising star. Together, they cement our position as a leader in patent litigation while also contributing to the new look of our IP practice. We could not be more excited to welcome them to our team.”
Commenting on his decision to join the firm, Andrew Skodyn said: “I am thrilled to enter the next phase of my career by joining one of Canada’s foremost IP practices. The prospect of working with this team of talented individuals nationwide is truly exciting and a significant step in my professional journey. Cassels’ growth, in IP and across the firm, is impressive, and I look forward to adding my contributions to the firm’s already well-established status as an industry leader.”
About Andrew & Sean
Andrew Skodyn specializes in intellectual property and commercial litigation, focusing on patent and trademark disputes, complex commercial conflicts, product liability defense, and class actions. Andrew’s significant experience in providing strategic advice for clients as well as his role as a commercial litigator in complex cases and class actions should perfectly fit in with a Cassels IP group that emphasizes these attributes in offering advice specifically tailored for each client’s business. Andrew, most well known for his pharmaceutical patent litigation, also has extensive experience in other sectors including general life sciences, information technology and social media, professional services, manufacturing, agribusiness, banking, and oil and gas. Andrew is also very well known as an advocate, with numerous trials and appeals in the Ontario and Federal Courts, including the Supreme Court of Canada.
Sean Jackson specializes in intellectual property litigation, advocating for clients across several industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical products, oil and gas, and telecommunications. With a focus on the pharmaceutical sector, he regularly guides clients through proceedings under the Patented Medicines Notice of Compliance Regulations (PM(NOC) Regulations). Sean, leveraging his PhD in biochemistry, combines scientific expertise with legal acumen to craft innovative solutions for clients, whether asserting intellectual property rights or defending against infringement claims.
About the Cassels IP Team
With more than 40 professionals across the country, the Cassels Intellectual Property Group is widely recognized as one of the strongest in Canada, advising domestic and international clients, in a wide range of industries, on the protection, management, and enforcement of all types of intellectual property. It has earned an international reputation for excellence, with recognition by Managing Intellectual Property, the World Trademark Review, IAM 1000, Best Lawyers, Lexpert, Chambers, and other leading publications for its depth of knowledge and breadth of experience. The team works seamlessly with colleagues throughout the firm to design innovative and practical solutions to help clients achieve their objectives.
