Robert Kalanda
Robert completed his articles of clerkship with the Heydary Law Firms, and was called to the bar in September of 2012. His practice is focused on corporate, commercial, intellectual property, and litigation matters.
Professional & Community Activities
Robert participated in numerous moot competitions during his time as a law student at the University of Western Ontario and was a caseworker for Community Legal Services at Western Law.
Robert was an executive member of the Western Intellectual Property Association, and is a member of the Ontario Bar Association.
Publications & Seminars
Publications
Does Amazon's 'One-Click' Success Mean Business Method Patents for All? - E-Commerce Times, March 31st, 2012
Heydary Blog
Ontario Court Invalidates Opt-Out in Franchise Class Action - August 7th, 2012
Electronic Disclosure Not A Material Deficiency - July 10th, 2012
Ontario COurt Upholds Settlement Agreement - June 25th, 2012
Federal Court Mandates Canadian Sound Marks - March 29th, 2012
Canada Considers Joining US in Protecting Sound Trade-Marks - March 27th, 2012
Tim Hortons Class Action Franchisee Suit Dismissed on Summary Judgment - March 12th, 2012
Ontario Court Reaffirms Publication Ban Test, Potentially Extended to Include Sealing Orders - February 15th, 2012
The Importance of ILA Certificates in Domestic Agreements - October 20th, 2011
Contact Information
New clients call: (866) 439-3279
Current clients call: (416) 972-9001, Ext. 229
Fax: (416) 972-9940
New client inquiries: clientservices@heydary.com
E-mail: rkalanda@heydary.com
Credentials
Robert holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Western Ontario (2011) with a concentration in Intellectual Property, Information, and Technology. He also holds an Honours Specialization in Media, Information, and Technoculture from the University of Western Ontario (2008). He successfully completed the Barrister and Solicitor licensing examinations in 2011.