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.

Practice Areas

Intellectual Property Law

Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice

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Reviews

4.4 / 5

36 Reviews

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Everett Watsica

Feb 03, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr's firm

Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone els...

Douglas Hermiston-Emmerich

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...

Sharon Rutherford

Feb 03, 2026

The absolute best in Ottawa for Intellectual Property Law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Ontario, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at...

Chad Raynor

Feb 03, 2026

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

Short and sweet: Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Intellectual Property Law. If you're in Ottawa and need help with your legal issues, call them...

Lois Smitham

Feb 03, 2026

Solid work and professional service from Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr in Ottawa for Ontario residents

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...