Gowling WLG is delighted to welcome Andrea Pitts as a partner in the firm's Trademark, Brands & Design Group in Ottawa.

A World Trademark Review-ranked lawyer and trademark agent, Andrea has been helping clients grow, protect and monetize their intellectual property assets for more than a decade. She does so through thoughtful full-lifecycle strategies that carefully managing risk and reward while adapting to market forces.

"As technological advancements, borderless business models and shifting regulations transform the IP landscape, Andrea's keen eye for both detail and opportunity will position our clients strongly for continued growth and success," said Cyndy Elderkin, Managing Partner of Gowling WLG's Ottawa office.

From trademark availability opinions to opposition proceedings to the management of complex international portfolios, Andrea works with clients across various sectors to deliver sophisticated brand solutions tailored to their business. She complements this experience with a significant background in copyright law, having advised and represented clients on numerous contentious matters – including before the Federal Court of Canada. Learn more about Andrea's practice.

About Gowling WLG's Intellectual Property Group
Gowling WLG is a full-service firm comprising 1,500 professionals with strength across all areas of business law and litigation. With leading IP practices in Canada, China, the UAE, the UK and Europe, and – via our exclusive association with JurisAsia LLC – Singapore, and a network of trusted agents worldwide, we help IP owners overcome complex obstacles and optimize new opportunities – wherever business takes them. Learn more about Gowling WLG's IP Group