Keith Bird, IP Attorney in the United States
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Patent, and Trademark · 4.7/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Partner
Practicing ip since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Quick answer
Keith Bird is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Keith has over 27 years of legal experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Toronto, ON
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent · Trademark
- Handles IP, Patent, and Trademark matters from Toronto, ON.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Keith Bird: Keith Bird is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Keith has over 27 years of legal experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Keith takes on
Keith concentrates on ip, patent, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Keith handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases nationwide
Keith takes ip matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Keith agrees to represent you.
Patent cases nationwide
Keith takes patent matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Keith agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases nationwide
Keith takes trademark matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Keith agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Keith Bird — ip lawyer in the U.S.
Keith Bird is a partner based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Trademark. Keith has over 27 years of legal experience. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Keith Bird is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks. Keith received a degree from University of Windsor, and has been licensed for 27 years. Keith practices at McMillan LLP in Toronto, ON.
Keith's approach to ip cases
Keith Bird is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks. Keith received a degree from University of Windsor, and has been licensed for 27 years. Keith practices at McMillan LLP in Toronto, ON.
Clients Keith works with
Keith reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, patent, and trademark matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Windsor B.Sc.
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Jurisdictions
Keith's state bar admissions
Ontario
1999 · ACTIVE
Keith studied at — in University of Windsor B.Sc..
Law school and academic background
Keith completed — in University of Windsor B.Sc.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Keith runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Keith has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Keith Bird's office in Toronto
Keith's primary office is at Brookfield Place, Suite 4400, 181 Bay Street, Toronto, ON, M5J 2T3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Keith Bird — 4.7/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Keith. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ip attorneys in your area.
4.7
11 client reviews
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How to hire Keith Bird — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Keith usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Keith charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Keith's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Keith will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Keith
Keith discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Keith confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Keith's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Keith Bird
How much does it cost to hire Keith for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Keith walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Keith offer a free consultation?
Keith charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Keith's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Keith's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in this state typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Keith gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Keith take my case if I'm outside the area?
Keith evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Keith's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Keith?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Keith will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Keith accepting new ip clients right now?
Keith's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.