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5 Best Intellectual Property Lawyers in Toronto (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Lorian Hartfield
By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Two names on this list of intellectual property lawyers in Toronto hold a perfect 5.0 Google rating, Eran Gevantschniter with 158 reviews and Aura LLP with 84, though neither firm's practice centers on IP work itself. Heer Law, the only dedicated intellectual property practice here, carries a 4.7 rating across 92 reviews.

Short answer: This list ranks Toronto firms by their public Google track record, which puts high-volume names like Eran Gevantschniter (a perfect 5.0 across 158 reviews) and Aura LLP (5.0, 84) on top, though both are best known for real estate and corporate work. For dedicated intellectual property matters, patents, trademarks, copyright and IP litigation, the specialist here is Heer Law (4.7, 92 reviews), founded by a lawyer designated a certified specialist in patent law. Legal fees vary widely by matter, so ask each firm for a written scope and fee estimate.
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The Toronto shortlist, side by side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Eran Gevantschniter 5.0 158 Most-reviewed (real estate focus) View ›
2 Aura LLP 5.0 84 Real estate, corporate & estates View ›
3 Heer Law | Intellectual Property Lawyers, Patent Lawyers, Trademark Lawyers, Copyright Lawyers, Patent & Trademark Agents 4.7 92 Dedicated IP specialist View ›
4 Lerners LLP 4.5 107 Full-service / litigation View ›
5 Green Economy Law Professional Corporation 4.7 75 IP within business law View ›
5 Best Intellectual Property Lawyers in Toronto (2026)

Our five picks, reviewed

Eran Gevantschniter logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Eran Gevantschniter

5.0158 Google reviews

Eran Gevantschniter is a Toronto real estate lawyer handling residential and commercial property transactions, from first-home purchases and pre-construction condos to sales and closings. He offers virtual and in-person meetings, e-signing, and direct, lawyer-led service rather than handing files to assistants. Clients describe quick email and phone responses and plain-English explanations of legal terms. His practice centers on property law, not intellectual property.

What people praise

  • Fast, responsive communication by email and phone
  • Explains legal terms clearly for first-time buyers
  • Direct, lawyer-led service from start to finish
  • Repeat clients who return for later transactions
  • Caught and corrected an error in a builder's documents

Worth knowing

  • Focused on real estate, not intellectual property
  • Standard weekday hours, closed weekends
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating5 / 5
Review volume158 · 98th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: He tops the list on sheer review strength, a perfect 5.0 across 158 ratings, but that record is built on real estate work. For a property matter he is an excellent call; for patents or trademarks, look to Heer Law.

1 Dundas St W Ste #2500, Toronto, ON M5G 1Z3, Canada

Aura LLP logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Aura LLP

5.084 Google reviews

Aura LLP is a Toronto law firm working across three core areas: real estate, corporate transactions, and wills and estates. Its lawyers handle home purchases and sales, incorporations and commercial deals, and estate planning and administration. Clients single out the firm's Ryan and Jocelyn for clear communication and careful, detail-driven files. Intellectual property is not a stated focus, though its corporate practice touches related commercial matters.

What people praise

  • Clear explanations that make closings feel straightforward
  • Responsive team that looks out for client interests
  • Real estate, corporate and estates handled under one roof
  • Repeat clients across multiple transactions

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer noted stretches of slower communication on a long estate file
  • Intellectual property is not a core practice area
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating5 / 5
Review volume84 · 83rd
Confidencemoderate
Recency7 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A polished, well-reviewed firm for real estate, corporate and estate matters. It ranks second on strong ratings and steady volume, though IP is not its specialty.

The Sheraton Center (Richmond Elevators, 100 Richmond St W Ste 318, Toronto, ON M5H 3K6, Canada

Lerners LLP logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Lerners LLP

4.5107 Google reviews

Lerners LLP is a full-service Ontario law firm with more than 130 lawyers and offices in Toronto, London, Kitchener and Waterloo. Its practice spans personal injury, employment and labour, litigation, and business and commercial law, among many other areas. That scale lets it staff complex, multi-part matters and pull in specialist resources as a case demands. The reviews here mostly reflect its personal-injury and litigation work rather than intellectual property.

What people praise

  • Large, experienced bench that can resource complex cases
  • Lawyers described as knowledgeable, patient and responsive
  • Strong track record in personal-injury and litigation matters
  • Clear guidance for clients new to the legal process

Worth knowing

  • Reviews center on personal injury and litigation, with little signal on IP specifically
  • Second-largest review base here, but a 4.5 average sits mid-pack
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume107 · 93rd
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A big-firm option with the second-largest review base on the list; its 4.5 average places it mid-pack. Best when you want scale, just confirm IP-specific experience for your matter.

225 King St W #1600, Toronto, ON M5V 3M2, Canada

Green Economy Law Professional Corporation logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Green Economy Law Professional Corporation

4.775 Google reviews

Green Economy Law is a Toronto and New York firm founded in 2020, focused on sustainability, the green economy and psychedelics law alongside a general business practice. That business side covers incorporation, governance, contracts, employment and intellectual property, plus M&A and cross-border work, with a litigation arm handling Ontario tribunal and court matters. The team is pitched as a younger, mission-driven group built for founders and operators. Reviewers praise its direct, realistic advice on tenancy disputes and business scaling.

What people praise

  • Direct, realistic advice that cuts to the real issues
  • Flexible monthly payment option on some matters
  • Strong on tenancy disputes, LTB cases and founder support
  • Approachable team for startups and small businesses

Worth knowing

  • A boutique, mission-driven firm rather than a dedicated IP specialist
  • Smallest review base of the five here
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume75 · 78th
Confidenceearly
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good fit for founders who want IP handled as part of broader business and corporate counsel, rather than as a standalone specialty.

240 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1Z4, Canada

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How we ranked these firms

Every score here comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is each firm’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many clients have rated them, measured against other Toronto firms in this search. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a strong average from many clients counts for more than a perfect score from a few. Recency tracks how lately people are still leaving reviews. No firm can pay to change these numbers or its position.

What do intellectual property lawyers in Toronto charge? (2026)

Fees for intellectual property work vary too widely to pin to a single figure, so this page does not quote one. What you pay turns on the matter: a straightforward trademark search and application sits at one end, while patent drafting, IP litigation and cross-border filings sit far higher. Ask each firm whether it bills a flat fee or an hourly rate, and keep in mind that government filing fees for trademark or patent registration, plus any patent-agent charges, are usually separate from legal fees. Every firm above offers an initial consultation, use it to get a written scope and fee estimate before you commit.

Serving Toronto and the GTA

The firms above serve Toronto and the wider Greater Toronto Area, with most of the IP and business practices based downtown around the Financial District, Bay Street, King West and Adelaide Street, and others reaching Midtown, North York, Etobicoke and Scarborough. Searching for an intellectual property lawyer near me? Each listing shows a live phone number and directions, and most offer virtual consultations, so your location matters less than finding the right fit.

What to ask before you hire an IP lawyer

  • Are you a registered patent or trademark agent, and in which countries?
  • How much experience do you have with my type of IP, patent, trademark, copyright or trade secret?
  • Do you bill a flat fee or hourly, and what does the initial consultation cover?
  • Who handles filings outside Canada, such as US or international applications?
  • What government or agent fees apply on top of your legal fees?
  • Have you run a conflict check, and can you outline the likely timeline?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these law firms?

We started from Toronto law firms that appear in public search for intellectual property help, then ranked them by Google rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we ranked these firms above. Note that some strong performers here focus on real estate or general practice rather than IP.

Which firm on this list focuses specifically on intellectual property?

Heer Law. It is a dedicated IP practice covering patents, trademarks, copyright and IP litigation, founded by a lawyer designated a certified specialist in patent law by the Law Society of Ontario. The others are strong Toronto firms whose core work sits in real estate, litigation or general business law.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another firm’s score or position on the underlying data.

Do I need an IP lawyer or a patent agent?

It depends on the task. Registering or drafting a patent or trademark is agent work, while contracts, licensing, enforcement and litigation are lawyer work. Several firms here, including Heer Law, hold both roles, so ask which you need at your first call.

How often is this page updated?

The data carries a verified date of July 2026. We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

The bottom line

If your matter is genuinely about intellectual property, Heer Law is the safe default, the only dedicated IP firm here, with certified patent expertise behind it. If you landed on this page but actually need real estate or general business counsel, Eran Gevantschniter and Aura LLP are the standouts. Either way, book the initial consultation and get the scope and fee in writing first.

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