Abbas Kassam

Abbas Kassam, a seasoned Intellectual Property attorney at Fasken's Toronto branch, is renowned for his expertise in navigating intellectual property and public law disputes.

His litigation prowess extends across both federal and provincial landscapes, where he has spearheaded numerous cases in the Federal Court, particularly in sectors like oil and gas as well as consumer products. His involvement in pharmaceutical patent litigation, assessing damages, further showcases his comprehensive legal expertise. Clients across various industries rely on Abbas for his innovative and efficient solutions to complex litigation and commercial challenges.

Before his current role, Abbas contributed significantly as a judicial law clerk to Justice Russel Zinn at the Federal Court, honing his legal acumen. Committed to the principles of free expression, Abbas serves as a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Free Expression at Toronto Metropolitan University, advocating for the fundamental rights to opinion, information, and idea exchange.

In the realm of intellectual property, Abbas's practice covers a wide range, including copyright, IP litigation, patents, industrial design, trade secrets, data security, and trademarks. His industry expertise spans the energy and climate sectors, specifically oil and gas, as well as life sciences.

Abbas's educational background is as impressive as his career, holding a JD and a BSc in Biological Chemistry from the University of Toronto. His accreditation as a Trademark Agent by the College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents (CPATA) in 2022 further underscores his expertise in the field.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Abbas is deeply involved in the community, serving on the Research Ethics Board at Centennial College and contributing to intellectual property policy as a member of the Trade Policy Committee at the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC), along with his membership in the Ontario Bar Association (OBA).