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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Brandon McLaughlin

Feb 03, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in Ottawa over the years, but Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all...

Lance Prosacco

Feb 03, 2026

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

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...

Josh Hermann

Feb 03, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr provided excellent service throughout

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...

Dean O'Kon

Feb 03, 2026

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

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...

Vera Swift

Feb 03, 2026

Would recommend Christopher C. "Chris" Van Barr for sure to anyone in Ottawa needing legal help

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...