M. Imtiaz Karamat, H.B.Sc., M.Sc., J.D., CIPP/C
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Qualifications
- Certified Information Privacy Professional/Canada
- Admitted to the Bar of Ontario in 2021
- J.D., Osgoode Hall Law School, 2020
- M.Sc., McMaster University, 2017
- H.B.Sc., McMaster University, 2015
Imtiaz Karamat is an associate lawyer of the firm. He practises in the areas of intellectual property, information technology, technology contracting, privacy, and cybersecurity.
Practice Areas
Imtiaz has a multifaceted practice that covers a range of intellectual property and information technology matters, including IP commercialization, technology contracting, privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory law. He assists both startups and established businesses with commercial transactions and maintaining compliance with privacy requirements. He is also a Certified Information Privacy Professional for Canada (CIPP/C).
Imtiaz is passionate about emerging technologies and is always applying creative solutions to support clients with meeting their goals. Prior to entering the practice of law, Imtiaz completed extensive graduate research work in the medical sciences, which uniquely positions him to advise clients in technology matters that intersect with the health industry and life sciences.
He regularly contributes to professional education initiatives in technology and privacy law, including organizing and presenting in legal programs at local, provincial, and national levels.
Imtiaz joined DWW as a summer student in 2019 and completed his articles with the firm in 2021.
Professional Affiliations
- Ontario Bar Association, Past Chair of IT & IP Law Section; CPD Liaison of Young Lawyers Division
- Canadian Technology Law Association, Member
- Canadian Bar Association IP Law Section, Vice Chair of Diversity & Inclusion Committee
- Toronto Lawyers Association, Member
- Intellectual Property Institute of Canada, Member
- The International Association of Privacy Professionals, Member
