Cynthia Zhang

Associate

Admitted to the Ontario Bar: 2024

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Cynthia brings a unique perspective to her field of intellectual property law, leveraging her experience in the entertainment industry to provide creative solutions and strategic guidance. She combines her legal acumen with her keen eye for marketing and design. Cynthia's ability to see the bigger picture and build strong relationships with clients are among her greatest strengths.

Cynthia is a member of the firm’s Intellectual Property Group. She handles large-scale copyright enforcement matters, with a focus on photojournalistic images for major press agency rightsholders. Her practice spans several industries, including telecommunications, the arts and technology. Cynthia also advises on intellectual property licensing, litigation and trademark prosecution and has prior federal government experience in intellectual property policy.

Selected Publications

Co-Author, "Put Your Best Foot Forward: New Amendments to Trademark Legislation Require Best Evidence at First Instance (Among Other Changes)," Aird & Berlis LLP, The Spotlight, March 20, 2025.

Education

  • JD, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, 2023
  • BA, York University, 2012