Atty. Theodore W. Sum

Atty. Theodore W. Sum

Theodore W. Sum is a lawyer practicing licensing & ip transactions, patents, ip management & strategic counselling and 8 other areas of law.

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Theodore W. Sum is a Partner, Vancouver; Barrister and Solicitor; Patent and Trademark Agent, practicing at Smart & Biggar. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and energy. Admitted to practice in British Columbia Bar (1996) and Alberta Bar (2016). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B., 1995) and University of British Columbia (B.Sc. University, 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional Involvement Memberships •fellow, Intellectual Property Institute of Canada •Member, Licensing Executives Society (United States and Canada) •Member, Canadian Corporate Counsel Association •Member, Vancouver Board of Trade.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Theodore W. Sum is a lawyer practicing licensing & ip transactions, patents, ip management & strategic counselling and 8 other areas of law
  • Theodore W. received a degree from University of British Columbia in 1994, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Theodore W. practices at Smart & Biggar in Vancouver, BC

Practice Areas Explained

Theodore W. Sum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore W. Sum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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What practice areas does Theodore W. Sum handle?
Theodore W. Sum focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Theodore W. Sum practiced law?
Theodore W. Sum has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Theodore W. Sum go to law school?
Theodore W. Sum earned their education at (LL.B., 1995); (B.Sc. University, 1994).
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What awards or recognition has Theodore W. Sum received?
Theodore W. Sum's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.B.
University of British Columbia
- 1995
B.Sc. University
University of British Columbia
- 1994

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

British Columbia Bar
Admitted: 1996
Alberta Bar
Admitted: 2016

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