Vincent Yip

In the bustling world of legal expertise, particularly within the realms of intellectual property (IP), Vincent Kam-Sun Yip emerges as a standout figure. Operating from Vancouver, Vincent not only spearheads the intellectual property endeavors in Western Canada but also extends his reach nationally, collaborating seamlessly with teams in Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal. His work encapsulates the essence of IP law, focusing on securing, commercializing, and defending intellectual property rights across the globe. This includes the meticulous tasks of drafting and processing patent and trademark applications, overseeing trademark disputes, and offering critical opinions on patentability, validity, and infringement matters.

Vincent's proficiency in IP law is matched by his adeptness in corporate and commercial law, where he plays a pivotal role in guiding complex transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and financing arrangements. His recent involvement in high-profile deals—such as the billion-dollar acquisition of BGIS by CCMP Capital Advisors, and Metso Corporation's purchase of McCloskey International for C$420M—underscores his significance in the field.

His advisory capacity stretches across various sectors, from life sciences and pharmaceuticals, where he navigates intricate licensing and collaboration deals, to emerging industries like cannabis. Vincent's clientele is diverse, encompassing sectors such as oil and gas, energy, transportation, and technology, to name a few.

Renowned for his insights on IP law, Vincent is a regular fixture at speaking engagements organized by the Canadian Bar Association and the Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia. His expertise hasn't gone unnoticed in legal circles, with accolades from IAM Patent 1000, World Trademark Review 1000, and the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory affirming his leadership in patent transactions, trademark prosecution, and more.

At the helm of the Canadian Bar Association's National Intellectual Property Section, Vincent's academic credentials are equally impressive, holding degrees in Microbiology and Immunology, and Law from the University of British Columbia. His legal journey commenced with his bar admission in British Columbia, further solidifying his standing in the legal community.

Vincent's contributions to IP law have not only garnered recognition within Canada, with prestigious awards like the Managing IP Americas Awards 2022 naming him Practitioner of the Year in Transactions, but have also placed him on the global map as a leader in intellectual asset management. This blend of national prominence and international acclaim encapsulates Vincent's unparalleled role in shaping the landscape of intellectual property law.