Business Details
Technology Law Services in Toronto
Limpert & Associates is a specialized law firm dedicated to technology law, offering strategic legal counsel in commercialization and litigation. With over 500 licensing transactions and 200 financing/M&A deals completed, we combine deep technical expertise with legal acumen to help clients navigate complex technology challenges. Our founder, Brad Limpert, brings dual qualifications as a patent agent and engineer, alongside leadership roles in privacy law education and industry-recognized authorship. We serve national and multinational clients, including venture-backed startups, hospitals, and universities, with a focus on maximizing long-term value through risk management and innovative solutions.Our practice spans intellectual property disputes, data privacy strategies, and technology commercialization agreements, supported by a track record of multi-million-dollar settlements and high-profile transactions. We maintain strict client confidentiality through secure infrastructure and prioritize practical compliance with evolving legal standards. Recognized in IAM 250 as a leading patent and technology licensing firm, we blend technical precision with responsive service to act as trusted advisors for technology-driven organizations.
Services
Technology Commercialization
IP Dispute Resolution
Data Privacy Law
Licensing Agreements
M&A Transactions
Highlights and features
- We have advised on 500+ licensing and technology contracting matters
- Our team includes a Certified Licensing Professional and registered patent agent
- We act as trusted advisors in complex technology law disputes
- We provide practical compliance strategies for evolving privacy regulations
- Our founder combines engineering expertise with 25+ years of legal practice
Associations and certifications
- IAM 250
- Certified Licensing Professional
- Registered Patent Agent
What people say
Brilliant licensing understanding
Excellent work product
Technical know-how
Reliable advisors
Quick turnaround
Services
Technology Commercialization
We advise on technology transfer agreements, licensing deals, and commercialization strategies. Our team negotiates founders agreements, IP assignments, and asset purchase contracts. With experience in 500+ transactions, we help clients transform innovations into market-ready assets while protecting intellectual property rights.
Data Privacy Law
Our privacy law practice covers Canadian and international data protection regulations. We help organizations implement data security frameworks, respond to breaches, and integrate privacy into IP strategies. As director of Osgoode Hall's Privacy Law program, Brad Limpert provides cutting-edge compliance solutions for evolving digital challenges.
IP Dispute Resolution
We represent clients in patent, copyright, and trade secret disputes across Canada. Our litigation team handles licensing conflicts, infringement cases, and shareholder disputes in technology companies. With multi-million dollar settlements achieved, we combine courtroom experience with alternative dispute resolution expertise to protect clients' intellectual property assets.
M&A Transactions
Our firm specializes in technology sector mergers and acquisitions. We conduct IP due diligence, negotiate purchase agreements, and structure deals for venture-backed companies. With experience in 200+ transactions, we've advised on landmark deals including Plazmic's $26M acquisition by RIM and Q1 Labs' $600M sale to IBM.
Clinical Trial Agreements
We draft and negotiate clinical trial agreements and research partnerships for healthcare technology companies. Our legal team addresses IP ownership, data sharing, and regulatory compliance in medical device and pharmaceutical trials. We've structured agreements for university technology commercialization and hospital-based innovation programs.
People
Bradley Limpert
Founder & Director
Practicing technology law since the 1990s, Brad combines engineering expertise with legal strategy. He teaches privacy law at Osgoode Hall and has negotiated 500+ licensing deals. Recognized in IAM 250 as a top patent licensing lawyer, he holds a Masters in electrical engineering and is a Certified Licensing Professional.
Oxana Iatsyk
In-House Counsel
Former associate who trained under Brad Limpert, now serving as in-house counsel at a national corporation. Recognized for blending technical knowledge with legal practice, she provides strategic guidance on technology law matters while maintaining affiliation with Limpert & Associates.
Questions
What technology law specialties do you offer?
We specialize in technology commercialization, IP litigation, data privacy, and M&A transactions for tech companies across biotech, software, and telecommunications sectors.
How do you handle cross-border technology disputes?
Our experience includes international arbitration and litigation, with representation in Canadian courts and cross-border alternative dispute resolution procedures for IP and licensing conflicts.
Can you assist with university technology commercialization?
Yes, we've advised on university spin-offs, research agreements, and technology transfer deals, including structuring the commercialization framework for hospital-developed medical technologies.
What data privacy regulations do you cover?
We ensure compliance with Canadian privacy laws and international frameworks, helping organizations implement data security strategies and respond to breaches across multiple jurisdictions.
How are legal fees structured for M&A deals?
We offer transparent fee structures tailored to transaction complexity, with experience in venture capital financing, IP due diligence, and acquisition agreements for technology companies.
