November 06, 2026

Goodmans Awarded at the Lexology Index Awards 2026

Congratulations to Goodmans Partner Andrew Brodkin on winning the IP – Patents Lawyer of the Year Award at the Lexology Index Awards 2026!

These awards celebrate individuals and firms that have performed exceptionally well in over 70 jurisdictions, and mark the eighth “Lawyer of the Year” recognition received by Andrew since 2024.

Andrew Brodkin is a Partner and a member of the Executive Committee at Goodmans. Andrew also heads the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group and is co-chair of Goodmans Intellectual Property Group. He focusses his practice on high stakes intellectual property litigation for which he has been described as “having had more successes than anyone in this practice area in history” (Lexology Index) and as “the undisputed IP litigator in Canada” (Chambers Canada).

About Lexology Index Awards

Lexology conducts in-depth analysis of in-house and private practice lawyers and legal departments worldwide. This research culminates in annual Lexology Index Awards which celebrate the outstanding achievements of law and attorney firms in litigation, prosecution and transactional work.

For learn more, visit the Lexology's website.

Clients note, "Goodmans is Canada’s pre-eminent IP litigation practice. Hard-working, diligent and smart, you can count on the team to come prepared to any engagement.” — IAM Patent 1000
"Goodmans has the most experienced patent litigators in Canada." — Chambers Canada
"Goodmans are top in Toronto. The firm is terrific at what it does." — Chambers Canada
"Goodmans is one of the very best. The firm has solid team members at every level. Goodmans understands the IP world well." — Chambers Canada
According to many, Goodmans LLP is ‘the leading IP litigation firm in Canada’, with its creativity, experience in high-stakes patent cases and impressive courtroom skills all recurring themes among clients. — The Legal 500 Canada
"There is likely no other IP litigation group in Canada that has appeared in as many patent hearings, trials and appeals than the Goodmans IP group." — The Legal 500 Canada
The “globally elite” Goodmans is “the number one firm in Canada by far and the IP department has been leading patent litigation in Canada for over three decades. The team is outstanding at every level and is known for its first-class advocacy and track record for success.” — IAM Patent 1000
Goodmans is the pinnacle of patent litigation in Canada. — Chambers Canada
Clients remark, "Goodmans IP practice is informed by its corporate and litigation practices and this gives the IP practice a practical, hands-on focus that helps drive successful solutions." — Legal 500 Canada
On the Intellectual Property group, interviewees say, "they have the largest team in Canada dedicated to intellectual property litigation. They have high-quality lawyers at all levels of practice, including some of the best in the industry." — Legal 500 Canada
Clients note, "Goodmans’ IP litigation team is, simply, the best in Canada. Its strategic expertise in litigation, and in the pharma space in particular, is invaluable to in-house counsel. These lawyers are worth every penny and more." — The Legal 500 Canada
Clients note, "Goodmans is at the high water mark of the Canadian IP Bar." — Chambers Canada
Clients commend Goodmans for our "very strong, knowledgeable and hard-working IP litigation team, with decades of experience." — Chambers Canada
Clients have noted, "The Goodmans team is strong at every level: they are expert strategists and outstanding trial lawyers." — Chambers Canada
Clients commend the “litigation team’s flawless work ethic, both in terms of form and substance, and savvy handling of complex disputes”. — IAM Patent 1000
A deep bench of IP litigators distinguishes Goodmans LLP from its competition — The Legal 500 Canada
According to clients, "if you're looking for the gold standard in litigation, Goodmans LLP is one of the best." — The Legal 500 Canada
Clients commend the team's "strong layer of partners with 10 to 20 years of practice who are seen as emerging leaders in IP litigation." — Chambers Global

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