Paul Smith, IP Attorney in the United States
Over 41 years of legal practice · 4.1/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Practicing ip since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.1 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Paul Smith is a member based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on IP. Paul has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Smith Intellectual Property Law. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Paul Smith: Paul Smith is a member based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on IP. Paul has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Smith Intellectual Property Law. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Paul Smith
Paul concentrates on ip. 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.
Biography
About Paul Smith — Over 41 years of the U.S. ip experience
Paul Smith is a member based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on IP. Paul has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Smith Intellectual Property Law. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Paul Smith is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Paul received a degree from McGill University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Paul practices at Paul Smith Intellectual Property Law in Vancouver, BC.
How Paul handles ip matters
Paul Smith is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Paul received a degree from McGill University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Paul practices at Paul Smith Intellectual Property Law in Vancouver, BC.
Who Paul represents
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in the United States.
Credentials
Paul Smith's legal education and bar admissions
McGill University
LL.B. B.Eng. · 1983
McGill University
B.Eng. McGill · 1980
Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1990 · ACTIVE
Ontario
1985 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at LL.B. B.Eng. in McGill University and B.Eng. McGill in McGill University.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed LL.B. B.Eng. in McGill University and B.Eng. McGill in McGill 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
Awards, publications, and recognition of Paul Smith
Paul has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Paul's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Professional Engineers of Ontario Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia Associate, Patent and Trademark Institute of Canada
membership
Locations
Paul Smith's office in Vancouver
Paul's primary office is at 1508 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6J 1W8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Paul Smith Intellectual Property Law
1508 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6J 1W8
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Client reviews of Paul Smith — 4.1/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Paul. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ip attorneys in your area.
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How to hire Paul Smith — 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 Smith
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.