Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr

4.4 (36 reviews )

Ottawa Ontario Canada

Intellectual Property Law Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2012

613-233-1781 Website

About Christopher

Lead patent trial counsel and appeal counsel, appearing in courts across Canada. Considerable expertise in patent, PM(NOC), trade-mark, copyright and trade secret litigation. Acts on behalf of leading national and international pharmaceutical, software, manufacturing, and information technology clients. Registered Patent Agent since 2000. Skilled in advising clients on strategic management of intellectual property including patent life cycle management. Member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada, American Intellectual Property Law Association, AIPPI, Advocates' Society, Canadian Bar Association. Frequently invited to lecture on intellectual property law. Former Adjunct Professor of law, University of Ottawa.

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Intellectual Property Law

Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice

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4.4 / 5

36 Reviews

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Iris Pagac

Feb 03, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr in Ottawa

Needed help with Intellectual Property Law and Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr delivered on their promises. They're professional, efficient, and easy to talk to. Good choice for anyone in Ontario look...

Toni Gottlieb

Feb 03, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr in Ottawa - they are amazing

Super helpful and professional staff at Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant supp...

Carlton Glover

Feb 03, 2026

Top notch experts in Ottawa - Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Best lawyer for Intellectual Property Law in Ottawa. Period. I've seen others, but Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the bes...

Stuart Mraz

Feb 03, 2026

A huge weight off my shoulders thanks to the amazing work of Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it...

Bertha Green

Feb 03, 2026

Simply amazing representation from Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr's office during my recent legal matter

If you're looking for someone who actually cares and will fight for you, go to Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr. They helped me out big time with my Intellectual Property Law issue and kept me informed...