Lawson Lundell is proud to share that counsel Cecilia Barnes will be teaching a three-part workshop series titled Protect Your Tech IP, with the Black Business Association of BC.
For Canadian technology companies, intellectual property is often a business's greatest asset and its core competitive advantage. Despite this, many founders delay structuring and protecting what they have built until they face preventable challenges.
As a lawyer in Lawson Lundell’s Corporate Commercial and Technology Group, Cecilia brings extensive experience in technology transactions, IP commercialization, and product strategy to the sessions.
Drawing on her background as a former in-house counsel and legal director for a leading tech company, she will guide founders through practical, real-world strategies to safeguard their businesses at every stage of growth.
Key Takeaways:
Identifying exactly which elements of your technology and business constitute protectable IP.
Securing clean ownership frameworks while building and scaling software.
Mitigating critical risks when dealing with third-party contractors, external developers, and IT support.
Navigating key IP clauses during commercial negotiations and vendor agreements.
Protecting foundational business value during commercialization and growth phases.
This three-part series is designed to help entrepreneurs spot risks early, secure asset ownership, and maximize long-term business value.
Workshop Schedule & Registration
This series is split into three standalone sessions. Please use the links below to register for each session individually:
Session 1: Building the Foundation - Thursday, June 25, 2026
Session 2: Scaling and External Risks - Thursday, July 2, 2026
Session 3: Commercialization and Negotiation - Thursday, July 9, 2026
Secure Your Innovation
Proactive IP management is critical to safeguarding your market position and attracting future investment. If you are building, scaling, or commercializing a technology company in Canada and need assistance structuring your intellectual property strategy, our legal team can help.
To learn more about how we support founders and enterprises, please contact our Technology and Intellectual Property groups, or contact Cecilia Barnes directly to discuss your business needs