Eric Mayzel is a partner in the Advocacy Group at Cassels. His practice focuses on intellectual property, franchise, and entertainment matters, and he applies a strategic and practical approach to resolving disputes and helping clients achieve their goals.
Eric has represented clients in copyright infringement and other intellectual property matters before the Federal and Superior Courts, as well as in mediation and arbitration proceedings. He has played key roles in several groundbreaking hearings before the Copyright Board of Canada, related proceedings, and matters before the Supreme Court of Canada. He also advises clients on strategic copyright issues, ranging from internal copyright portfolio reviews to parliamentary reviews of the Canadian Copyright Act.
Recognized by Franchise Times as a Legal Eagle, Eric has significant experience representing clients in franchise law disputes, including in cross-border arbitration proceedings. He works with clients across a broad range of industries, including the food service, hospitality, automotive, and education sectors.
Eric is co-chair of the International Committee of the Copyright Society and has previously served on the executive of sections and committees of the Ontario Bar Association and the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada. He has been recognized in his field by Best Lawyers in Canada, Managing IP, Lexpert, The Legal 500, and Franchise Times
