Gillian Burrell is a lawyer and registered patent agent at PCK who works with clients to secure, enforce, and manage intellectual property assets across a range of industries. She is known for her strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to help clients reduce legal risk while supporting growth. Gillian regularly drafts and prosecutes patent applications and has experience in enforcement, litigation support, and IP due diligence. She is familiar with patents in the biomedical, chemical, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods sectors. Her practical legal insight helps clients make informed IP decisions that align with their long-term goals.
PRACTICE FOCUS
Gillian’s practice includes all aspects of patent law, including invention mining, patentability searches, drafting, and prosecution. She is experienced in preparing legal opinions related to non-infringement, invalidity, and freedom to operate (FTO). In addition to patent work, she advises on trademark and copyright disputes, develops enforcement strategies, and responds to cease-and-desist letters. Gillian works closely with clients to design practical IP strategies that protect innovation, support commercialization, and reduce legal risk across sectors including biomedical devices, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and consumer products.
ADMISSIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Canadian Patent Agent, 2024
- Registered to practice before the USPTO, 2024
EDUCATION
- Juris Doctor, Osgoode Hall Law School, 2019
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), Biology (Major), Music (Minor), Queen’s University, 2014
MEMBERSHIPS
- Law Society of Ontario (LSO)
- College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents (CPATA)
- Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)
- Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)
- International Trademark Association (INTA)
BAR AND COURT ADMISSIONS
- Ontario Bar, 2020
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
- Guest Lecturer, Software Patents, Patents in Biology & Medical Devices (BME330H1), University of Toronto, 2025