PCK IP - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Counsel
- Managing Director
- Managing Director, Patent and Trademark Attorney
- of Counsel / Managing Director / Patent Attorney
Alan is Of Counsel and the Managing Director at PCK, where he leads the firm's life sciences practice. With more than 25 years of legal experience and two decades focused on intellectual property, he brings a strategic, cross-disciplinary lens to protecting and commercializing innovation. As a registered U.S. patent attorney and former USPTO examiner in biotechnology and biomedical sciences, Alan has worked extensively across pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, diagnostics, and advanced materials.
Prior to joining PCK, Alan served as U.S. Patent Counsel for IPSEN in Paris, where he oversaw IP matters in the United States, Ireland, and Spain. His background includes executive-level roles in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, where he advised on small and large molecule development, drug delivery systems, and manufacturing processes. He has also led trademark practices at major Boston law firms and managed IP strategy for R&D teams across chemistry, biology, and engineering. Alan brings together experience from private practice, in-house counsel, and international corporate leadership to guide clients through all stages of IP growth, risk, and opportunity.
Job Titles:
- Lawyer
- of Counsel / Lawyer
Andrea is Of Counsel to PCK, where she advises clients on complex IP litigation and dispute resolution. She carries on her independent practice as a partner at Stockwoods LLP, a leading litigation boutique in Toronto. With more than two decades of experience, Andrea represents clients in matters involving trademarks, patents, and copyright, as well as disputes that intersect with contract, corporate, privacy, or administrative law.
She appears regularly before the Federal Court, all levels of court in Ontario, and before various administrative tribunals. Andrea is known for her strategic, business-focused approach to resolving high-stakes legal issues with clarity and precision. In addition to her litigation practice, she serves as Adjunct Faculty at Osgoode Hall Law School and teaches in Osgoode's Professional LLM program. Her professional recognition includes Benchmark Litigation's "Future Star" and "Litigation Star" distinctions, and a Precedent Setter Award for outstanding accomplishment within the first ten years of practice.
Job Titles:
- Lawyer
- Lawyer, Patent and Trademark Agent
Ashley Chu is a lawyer, and a registered patent and trademark agent at PCK. She advises clients on securing and managing intellectual property across a wide range of industries, with a focus on tailoring strategies to match commercial needs. Ashley handles patent, trademark, and industrial design matters and is known for her thoughtful, practical approach to guiding clients through complex IP issues. She is familiar with patents in the mechanical, pharmaceutical, and biomedical sectors and works with both growing businesses and established companies. Ashley combines legal insight with technical knowledge to help clients confidently protect their innovations and brands.
Job Titles:
- Shareholder
- Registered Patent Agent
- Shareholder / Patent Agent
Christina Lee is a shareholder and registered patent agent at PCK. She supports innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations in building meaningful patent portfolios that align with business goals. Since joining the firm in 2014, she has worked across a range of technologies and contributed to the development of Otto, PCK's proprietary IP automation platform. Christina is familiar with patents in the software, automation, and data systems sectors. She is known for her clarity, attention to detail, and ability to help early-stage clients navigate the patent process with confidence.
Job Titles:
- Senior Shareholder
- Shareholder / Patent Agent
Job Titles:
- of Counsel / Lawyer / Patent Attorney
- Patent and Trademark Attorney
David is Of Counsel and a lawyer at PCK with more than 20 years of experience focused on U.S. patent law. He began his career in Silicon Valley, where he supported a wide range of clients in developing strong, strategically aligned patent portfolios. Over the years, David has drafted and prosecuted hundreds of patent applications, gaining deep familiarity with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and a range of global filing strategies.
David works closely with foreign associates across Europe, Asia, and Australia, and is known for his responsiveness, clarity, and collaborative approach. His experience spans technologies such as computer systems, software, medical devices, electro-mechanical systems, and renewable energy. He also regularly advises on U.S. trademark applications.
Job Titles:
- Lawyer
- Lawyer, Patent Agent
- Registered Patent Agent
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.
Job Titles:
- Lawyer
- of Counsel / Lawyer
Gregor is Of Counel and a lawyer at PCK with over 35 years of in-house legal experience at a major Canadian corporation. Over the course of his career, he advised on a wide range of legal matters and supported business teams across departments. His interest in intellectual property began while working on a significant patent litigation file and has grown steadily since.
Gregor brings a practical and measured approach to legal problem-solving. His in-house experience gives him a strong understanding of corporate priorities and the role of legal advice in driving operational decisions. He is valued for his clear communication and steady guidance on commercial legal issues.
Job Titles:
- Counsel
- Lawyer, Trademark Agent
- of Counsel / Lawyer
Greg Ludlow is Of Counsel at PCK. He joined the firm in 2022 after running his own intellectual property practice for many years. Called to the Ontario Bar in 1982, Greg has practiced exclusively in intellectual property law for over four decades. Since 1996, he has been certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Intellectual Property (Trademark and Copyright) Law.
Greg represents clients in trademark, copyright, industrial design, and trade secret litigation, with appearances before the Federal Court of Canada and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. He also advises on trademark prosecution, oppositions, and industrial design registrations, offering practical strategies for brand protection and enforcement.
His clients span a wide range of sectors, including automotive, software, natural resources, construction, fashion, pharmaceuticals, entertainment, and consumer goods. Greg is a frequent speaker and author on intellectual property topics and has testified before Parliament on legislative reforms related to NAFTA, the WTO, and Canada's IP framework.
Job Titles:
- Intellectual Property Clerk and Trademark Agent
- Trademark Agent Trainee ( Class 3 )
Jillian Carter is an Intellectual Property Clerk and Trademark Agent Trainee at PCK with nearly 20 years of experience supporting trademark, patent, and design filings across Canada, the U.S., and internationally. She works closely with professionals across the firm, handling complex filings and prosecution processes with accuracy and efficiency. Since joining PCK in 2015, she has focused on Canadian and U.S. trademark prosecution and supported opposition matters before the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. Jillian regularly supports trademark filings for a wide range of clients. She is currently training to become a registered Trademark Agent and is known for her depth of procedural knowledge and dedication to client service.
Jonathan Pollack is a Canadian patent agent at PCK who supports companies through complex stages of innovation, helping them make confident decisions about their intellectual property. He works with both emerging and established businesses and is known for his clarity, responsiveness, and ability to navigate nuanced technical and legal conversations. Jonathan is familiar with patents in sectors including telecommunications, artificial intelligence, cryptography, software systems, and medical devices. Clients value his collaborative approach and strategic insight, particularly when aligning IP with evolving product goals, timelines, and competitive pressures.
Kathy Wojtalewicz is a registered U.S. patent attorney at PCK. She has over seven years of experience supporting clients through all stages of patent drafting, prosecution, and strategic portfolio development. Her technical work spans mechanical systems, video surveillance, lighting control, naval defense, business methods, and software applications. Kathy is known for her strong claim analysis, thorough patentability assessments, and ability to draft commercially aligned patent applications that support long-term business goals.
Before entering the patent field, Kathy spent more than a decade at General Motors, where she held roles across vehicle simulation, hardware testing, fuel system compliance, and chassis development. Her deep engineering background gives her a practical, solutions-driven perspective when advising clients. Kathy holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University with a concentration in Machine Design, and is a member of both Pi Tau Sigma and Tau Beta Pi engineering honor societies.
Job Titles:
- President
- Shareholder
- Registered Patent Agent
- Shareholder / President, Patent Agent
Kristjan Spence is a shareholder and registered patent agent at PCK with nearly 20 years of experience supporting clients at every stage of the innovation lifecycle. He has represented startups, research teams, and multinational companies in developing patent strategies that support both business growth and technical advancement. Kristjan is known for translating complex technologies into practical, enforceable IP rights that make sense for clients' goals and timelines. He is familiar with patents in mechanical, medical device, software, and communications sectors. Clients trust him for his ability to distill dense information into clear filings and manage portfolios with global reach and long-term impact.
Job Titles:
- Intellectual Property Researcher
- Patent Specialist
- Patent Specialist, Patent Agent in Training
Raul Palacios Gamez is an intellectual property researcher at PCK with over a decade of experience in patent search and analysis. Before joining the firm, he completed hundreds of projects related to patentability, invalidity, and freedom-to-operate searches, supporting firms and businesses across North America. Raul previously worked as an engineer in the energy and aerospace sectors in the U.S., Mexico, and Germany. He is fluent in English and Spanish and proficient in French and German, making him a valued contributor to cross-border and multilingual projects. Raul is familiar with IP activity in mechanical, electrical, and industrial sectors, and brings analytical rigor and a practical lens to every assignment.
Job Titles:
- Lawyer
- Lawyer, Trademark Agent
- Registered Trademark Agent
Sebastian Beck-Watt is a lawyer and registered trademark agent at PCK who helps clients navigate brand protection in both domestic and international markets. He works with companies of all sizes, offering guidance that reflects both legal insight and business practicality. Sebastian is familiar with brand strategy and IP enforcement in industries such as consumer goods, digital platforms, hospitality, and advertising. He has represented clients before the Trademarks Opposition Board and the Federal Court of Canada. Known for his rights-focused, commercially grounded approach, he helps clients address risks and defend their brand equity across jurisdictions.
Job Titles:
- Lawyer
- Lawyer, Patent Agent in Training
Sian is an Articling Student and Patent Agent in training at PCK. She earned her J.D. from the Peter A. Allard School of Law in 2024, where she supported artists and non-profits through a legal clinic focused on intellectual property and contracts. She also worked as a Research Assistant on an interdisciplinary team alongside UBC faculty and industry professionals, helping explore the legal angles of innovation.
Before starting her legal career, Sian worked as an Engineer at a global consulting firm. She contributed to projects across environmental, chemical, and mechanical systems. Her combined legal and technical experience allows her to work comfortably across disciplines, and she's known for her thoughtful, clear communication and practical mindset.
Job Titles:
- Emeritus Co - Founding Shareholder
Stephen Perry is a co-founding shareholder at PCK and one of Canada's most respected and experienced patent agents. With over four decades in intellectual property law, he has played a leading role in shaping the Canadian IP landscape while helping companies navigate the complexities of innovation protection and commercialization.
A recognized leader in his field, Stephen was named an Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC) Member of Distinction, an honour that reflects his decades of service, mentorship, and contributions to advancing the profession.
He is the co-author of Canadian Patent Law (LexisNexis), now in its fifth edition and cited by the Supreme Court of Canada.
Throughout his career, Stephen has advised some of Canada's most prominent technology companies, guiding them through strategic patent filings and global IP portfolio development. His work reflects a balance of precision and pragmatism, helping innovators protect what matters most while supporting their long-term commercial success.
Stephen is frequently invited to contribute to national policy discussions, speak at international conferences, and mentor professionals entering the patent field. His leadership continues to influence the next generation of IP practitioners and the broader direction of patent law in Canada.
Stephen's experience spans sectors such as telecommunications, software, electronics, medical imaging, and medical devices. He is known for his strategic thinking, deep technical understanding, and commitment to advancing Canadian innovation on the world stage.
Job Titles:
- Co - Founder
- Co - Founding Shareholder / CEO / Lawyer
- Co - Founding Shareholder / CEO, Lawyer, Patent & Trademark Agent
Andrew Currier is a co-founder shareholder, CEO at PCK. He is also the co-author of Canadian Patent Law (LexisNexis), now in its fifth edition and cited by the Supreme Court of Canada. With over two decades of experience spanning industry, private practice, and executive leadership, Andrew is a recognized leader in Canadian intellectual property law. His work reflects a consistent focus on aligning legal strategy with business planning, helping companies build and manage intellectual property portfolios that support long-term growth.
Before co-founding PCK, Andrew served as General Counsel for a publicly traded flat-panel display company, worked as IP counsel for a Silicon Valley startup, and practiced at three of Canada's national law firms. These diverse roles shaped his practical and strategic approach to legal work, rooted in a deep understanding of both innovation and execution. At PCK, Andrew also led the development of the firm's proprietary paperless practice platform, creating a streamlined system for workflow, billing, and client service.
Andrew regularly works with C-suite executives, general counsel, and founders to develop patent, trademark, and related IP programs that reflect commercial priorities. He reviews business plans, investor pitch decks, and product roadmaps to ensure IP strategies are structured and intentional. His process includes clear budget proposals and defined scopes of work, giving leadership teams the tools they need to make informed decisions. Andrew supports clients across industries and stages, from first-time founders to global enterprises.