Nisha is a strategic, creative and fearless advocate who provides comprehensive advice on Canadian and multi-jurisdictional litigation. She has represented clients before the Ontario Superior Court and Federal Court of Canada in matters related to all aspects of intellectual property.
Nisha’s practice focuses primarily on patent litigation in various industry sectors, including pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and oil and gas. She also advises clients on intellectual property and litigation strategy, and pharmaceutical clients on regulatory matters with Health Canada.
In the life sciences sector, Nisha has represented both brand and generic companies in patent infringement actions and proceedings under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations. Nisha is also recognized for her expertise on Standards-Essential Patents (SEPs) and (F)RAND remedies, with experience litigating several cases in the software and telecommunications sectors dealing with these novel and important issues.
A scientist-turned-litigator, Nisha completed a PhD in molecular biology, genetics and cancer at McMaster University prior to obtaining her law degree from the University of Toronto. Nisha is active in the local legal community. She frequently volunteers to speak on panels related to advocacy or intellectual property, judge moots, teach trial advocacy, and to mentor young lawyers.
Nisha is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, the Trial Lawyer Honorary Society, and a member of the Trial Law Institute and Diversity Law Institute.
* Practicing through Nisha Anand Professional Corporation
