Brian Gray

Brian Gray is a prominent barrister and solicitor specializing in intellectual property law at his firm, Brian Gray Law. With over 40 years of experience, he has a comprehensive background in various aspects of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and copyright, as well as technology and media matters. His practice encompasses counseling, prosecution, licensing, and litigation in these fields.12

Education and Career Background:

• Education: Brian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and History (1971) and a Master of Arts in Government (1974) from Cornell University, along with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of Toronto (1977).
• Career Path: He began his legal career as a lawyer and patent agent at Ridout & Maybee, later co-founding the Intellectual Property Department at Blake, Cassels & Graydon. He has held senior positions at various prestigious firms, including McCarthy Tetrault and Ogilvy Renault (now part of Norton Rose Fulbright). In 2018, he established his own practice.12

Notable Cases and Clients: Brian Gray has represented high-profile clients across different sectors:

• Entertainment: He successfully defended Fox and James Cameron against copyright claims related to the movie Avatar and handled disputes for other major studios like Sony Pictures and Universal Pictures.
• Corporate Clients: His work includes acting for eBay in a significant Supreme Court case involving a worldwide injunction against Google, and representing the Bank of Nova Scotia in a multimillion-dollar patent claim.12

Recognition: Clients describe him as diligent, knowledgeable, and reasonable in his approach to complex legal challenges. He is regarded as one of the leading figures in intellectual property law in Canada.2