Paul Blizzard, IP Attorney in the United States
Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
Practicing ip since 2018.
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Paul Blizzard is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Paul has over 8 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 8 years
- Known for
- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
About Paul Blizzard: Paul Blizzard is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Paul has over 8 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Paul takes on
Paul concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases nationwide
Paul 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Paul takes real estate 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Paul Blizzard — ip lawyer in the U.S.
Paul Blizzard is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Paul has over 8 years of legal experience.
Paul David Blizzard is a dual-licensed Canadian and U.S. patent agent and Ontario lawyer with a background in Computer Engineering in our Montreal office. He has in-depth knowledge in guiding companies through the complexities of obtaining and commercializing intellectual property.
Paul focuses on emerging technologies, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, and clean technologies. Paul has extensive experience in the in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications related to computational technologies, such as medical devices, digital biomarkers, financial technologies and protein-binding models, among others.
His practice is centered on drafting and prosecuting high-value, originating patent applications, and advising on their international prosecution. Leveraging his technical background in Computer Engineering from Queen’s University and legal training from Osgoode Hall Law School, Paul provides strategic counsel to clients, helping them protect their innovations while aligning intellectual property portfolios with their long-term business goals.
With a deep understanding of both the legal and technical aspects of advanced technologies, Paul partners with executives, legal teams, and innovators to craft tailored IP strategies that deliver competitive advantage and deliver value for rapidly evolving industries. He is happy to help with strategic planning for obtaining IP protection, enforcement, and licensing.
How Paul handles ip matters
Paul David Blizzard is a dual-licensed Canadian and U.S. patent agent and Ontario lawyer with a background in Computer Engineering in our Montreal office. He has in-depth knowledge in guiding companies through the complexities of obtaining and commercializing intellectual property. Paul focuses on emerging technologies, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, and clean technologies.…
Who Paul represents
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Osgoode Hall Law School
J.D. · 2017
Queen’s University
— · 2006
Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
Ontario
2018 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at J.D. in Osgoode Hall Law School and — in Queen’s University.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed J.D. in Osgoode Hall Law School and — in Queen’s University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Paul has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026).
Locations
Paul Blizzard's office in Toronto
Paul's primary office is at 333 Bay Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Paul Blizzard — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul 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 Paul
Paul 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul'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 Paul Blizzard
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Paul'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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside the area?
Paul evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Paul'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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new ip clients right now?
Paul's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.