Practical patent strategy across AI, software and medtech
Christine’s practice includes preparing and prosecuting patent applications across artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, autonomous driving, medical devices, electrical and biomedical engineering and telecommunications, with extensive experience navigating the evolving landscape for software and computer‑related patents.
From R&D to IP: precision‑crafted patent solutions for innovators worldwide
Christine prosecutes applications directly before the Canadian and U.S. patent offices and manages global prosecution across Europe, China, Korea, Japan, and other jurisdictions. Her clients range from startups to multinationals, and she focuses on planning cohesive IP strategies and securing patent protection.
Christine advises clients based on her understanding of their technology and commercialization goals. She takes a practical approach to providing strategies that develop their patent portfolios.
Christine previously worked as an engineer in R&D for electrosurgical medical devices, including catheters and guidewires. She conducted fMRI/MRI research at Sunnybrook and Women’s College Health Sciences Centre.
Qualifications
- Speaking
- Industry Involvement
- AI Intellectual Property (IP) Workshop, (co-speaker: Benjamin Mak), Vector Institute, October 24, 2023
Memberships
- Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)