Kimberly McManus Recognized in 2026 IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders
We are pleased to announce that Kimberly McManus, Co-Leader of the firm's Intellectual Property Group, has been recognized in the 2026 edition of IAM Strategy 300 Global Leaders. IAM Strategy 300 showcases the top experts in the IP world. A slot in the 300 is the mark of a professional whose approach to intellectual property is regarded by peers as truly strategic in nature.
Kim is a registered patent agent in Canada and the United States. With a PhD in chemistry, Kim provides specialized expertise to clients ranging from academic/research institutes and startups to pharmaceutical small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger blue chip companies. IAM has stated, “Kimberly McManus excels in shaping success, devising optimal plans on claiming, and strengthening and protecting patent portfolios. She pools her chemistry and IP expertise to draft and prosecute highly technical applications for leading industry players. ”
Kim is Co-Leader of the Intellectual Property Group at Aird & Berlis LLP and Aird & McBurney LP. Aird & McBurney is a leading Canadian IP boutique with an internationally renowned reputation. The team of experienced practitioners of Aird & McBurney, together with the litigators of Aird & Berlis, form a single, seamless and full-service IP organization.
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Kimberly thrives on the challenge of figuring out how best to claim, strengthen and protect her clients’ inventions in order to create a strateg...
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