PCK Intellectual Property is pleased to announce that effective April 1, Gillian Burrell, Jonathan Pollack, and Sebastian Beck-Watt have been named Partners. Gillian, Jonathan, and Sebastian have each demonstrated an unwavering commitment to their clients and a depth of expertise that continues to strengthen our practice. Their promotions reflect not only their individual achievements but the calibre of talent that defines PCK IP. We look forward to the continued impact they will bring to our clients and the broader intellectual property community.
Gillian is a Partner, lawyer and registered patent agent at PCK. She protects client innovations across biomedical, chemical, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries through patent strategy, drafting, prosecution, and invention mining. Her practice extends to legal opinions on non-infringement, invalidity, and freedom to operate, as well as enforcement strategies and IP due diligence. Clients rely on her to reduce legal risk, support commercialization, and make informed IP decisions that align with their long-term goals.
Jonathan is a Partner and registered patent agent at PCK. He builds client IP portfolios in telecommunications, AI, cryptography, software, and medical devices through patent drafting, prosecution, portfolio development, and legal opinions on patentability, infringement, and validity. Jonathan works with both emerging and established businesses, guiding them through complex IP decisions with clarity and strategic focus, ensuring their innovations translate into assets that support growth and competitive advantage.
Sebastian is a Partner, lawyer and registered trademark agent at PCK. He defends and strengthens client brands in domestic and international markets through trademark strategy, prosecution, opposition, and dispute resolution. His practice includes copyright matters, advertising and marketing compliance, licensing, and domain name disputes. Sebastian has represented clients before the Trademarks Opposition Board and the Federal Court of Canada, bringing a rights-focused, commercially grounded approach that protects brand equity and positions clients to compete confidently across jurisdictions.
Please join us in congratulating Gillian, Jonathan, and Sebastian on this well-deserved achievement.
PCK IP is a leading North American intellectual property firm based in Canada, specializing in the preparation, prosecution, and strategic management of patent and trademark portfolios for global markets. Our team of seasoned patent agents, engineers, scientists, and IP lawyers supports clients across diverse technologies, with expertise in coordinating cross-border IP strategies. Contact us today to explore how we can help secure and manage your intellectual property.
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