Heer Law is a Toronto-based intellectual property law firm focused on helping businesses maximize the value of their IP assets. The firm specializes in intellectual property law, IP litigation, patent agent and trademark agent services, and emphasizes practical, business-oriented solutions rather than pure theory. Heer Law provides end-to-end support from assessing patentability and filing patents to registering trademarks and enforcing IP rights, with a direct client approach that prioritizes the commercial objectives of its clients.
Notable recognitions reflect Heer Law's standing in the field. The founder Christopher Heer has been named among Canada's top patent professionals in the 2024 IAM Patent 1000, and Heer Law has been highlighted as a Patent Star by IP STARS in 2024. The firm is ranked as an Elite Boutique in intellectual property by Legal 500 Canada 2026 and has earned mentions in WTR 1000 and IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders, underscoring its reputation for technical excellence and practical client counsel.
Beyond technical proficiency, Heer Law emphasizes direct client experience and budgeting transparency. The firm highlights direct client work with Canadian and international businesses, rather than purely foreign affiliate engagements, and collaborates with government programs such as NRC-IRAP, IP Ontario and Elevate IP to help clients access IP service funding. This program-driven approach complements a collaborative, business-minded partnership designed to protect and maximize IP value.
