Dian Howard

Dian Howard is an Intellectual Property Lawyer and Trademark Agent, working with Keyser Mason Ball, LLP as an agent in association with her own firm, Thompson Howard IP.

Dian has over 10 years of legal practice experience. She advises clients ranging from entrepreneurs, creatives and early-stage startups to global companies, across industries including electronics, technology, fashion, luxury goods and cosmetics.

Dian's practice involves helping clients develop, protect and leverage the value of their IP assets, including obtaining IP registrations, infringement monitoring and enforcement, negotiating IP commercial agreements, and advising on the intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

As a registered Canadian Trademark Agent, Dian offers in-depth brand strategy advice and handles all levels of trademark prosecution, from brand development through to registration and enforcement. She also coordinates and manages global trademark portfolios for Canadian businesses and advises clients on domain name disputes.

Dian maintains a strong focus on copyright law, helping authors, artists, musicians and other creatives secure, leverage and monetize their content and intellectual property rights. She works closely with clients to develop practical copyright strategies that support both creative and commercial objectives and assists with enforcement and the resolution of online copyright disputes.

Dian also advises clients on marketing, advertising, e-commerce and social media matters, including negotiating influencer and marketing agreements, drafting privacy policies and terms of service, and advising on marketing, promotional and anti-spam compliance.