Anita Nador

Anita Nador stands out as a key partner at Gowling WLG's Toronto office, where she also leads the firm's Global Trade Secrets group and is an integral part of the national Life Sciences Group. Her qualifications are extensive, holding positions as a lawyer and registered patent agent in both Canada and the United States, in addition to being a registered trademark agent in Canada.

Anita's reputation precedes her, with recognition from leading legal and intellectual property organizations worldwide. Her specialized focus is on intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and the strategic planning of commercialization, particularly within the life sciences and chemical industries. This includes a deep dive into pharmaceuticals, biologics, natural health products, agriculture, foods, and medical devices sectors.

Her expertise is not just in her understanding of the law but also in how she aligns it with her clients' commercial and intellectual property strategies. Anita's practice covers a broad scope, including IP strategy and prosecution, navigating regulatory frameworks such as the PM(NOC) Regulations and the PMPRB, and addressing issues related to reimbursement, advertising, marketing, and privacy laws.

Additionally, Anita is proficient in negotiating and advising on various agreements that span asset purchase, licensing, development, and many other areas crucial for commercial transactions and financings. Her background as a researcher at Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School and Allelix Biopharmaceuticals enriches her legal advice with practical insights into the scientific and commercial landscapes her clients navigate.

Her clientele ranges from startups to some of the largest pharmaceutical corporations globally, earning her accolades for adding substantial value to their businesses. Anita's recognition includes the 2016 Client Choice Award, where she was lauded as a knowledgeable and trustworthy advisor.

An active voice in her field, Anita regularly engages in speaking, teaching, and writing on intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and technology transfer, further contributing to her areas of expertise as an adjunct professor at the University of Toronto's Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation.

Her career has been decorated with numerous awards and recognitions, including being listed in the IAM Strategy 300 as one of the world's leading IP strategists, and accolades from Who's Who Legal: Canada, Best Lawyers in Canada, and the IAM Patent 1000, amongst others.

Anita's educational journey began with a BA in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University, followed by an LLB from the University of Toronto. Her credentials are rounded out with her registration as a patent and trademark agent in Canada and the US, demonstrating her comprehensive knowledge and skill set in her field.