BAR ADMISSION

  • Ontario, 2008
  • Alberta, 2001

Education

  • D.C.L. (Ph.D.), McGill University
  • LL.M., McGill University
  • LL.B., University of Saskatchewan
  • B.A. (Honours), Queen’s University

Languages Spoken

  • English

Biography description

Karen Durell, National Lead, Technology at Miller Thomson, is a seasoned IP and technology lawyer, as well as a trademark and patent agent. Dr. Durell excels in guiding organizations on IP rights, as well as technology and privacy issues, for emerging to established businesses. She expertly handles IP procurement, audits, strategy, contracts, and due diligence all with a focus on IP, technology, privacy and anti-spam issues. Her background in technology and law ensures tailored legal strategies for innovators and businesses across various industries.

Her commitment to education is evident through her various teaching roles at McGill University in both law and medicine faculties and her active involvement in delivering insightful presentations on IP issues to diverse audiences through seminars and publications. She holds a masters and a doctoral degree in IP transactional law.

Karen was named as a Thomson Reuters Stand-out Layer, 2026. Her credentials further include being a Registered Trademark Agent and Patent Agent in Canada, and Member of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada. Her extensive knowledge and experience make her a trustworthy advisor in navigating complex IP and technology landscapes for clients seeking comprehensive legal guidance.