Louisa Pontrelli
Louisa Pontrelli
Biography
Louisa Pontrelli practises intellectual property law with an emphasis on pharmaceutical patent litigation. She has particular experience in matters affecting the innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, including infringement and validity opinions, subsequent entry biologics, infringement and impeachment actions and proceedings under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations.
During her graduate studies she investigated the molecular and cellular biology of lipoprotein metabolism in cardiovascular disease, and, in particular, the role of untranslated regions in translational control of apolipoprotein B mRNA. Her research was published in scientific journals.
Prior to joining our Toronto office, Louisa practised with an intellectual property law firm in Toronto where she also articled.
Professional experience
Rankings and recognitions
Rankings and recognitions
- Best Lawyers in Canada: Intellectual Property Law, 2022-2025
- The Legal 500, Canada, 2016: Intellectual Property
- LMG Life Science Award for Gilead v Apotex (re tenofovir disoproxil), recognized as one of the top 3 "Canadian IP Impact Cases of the Year" in 2016.
Education
Education
LL.B., University of Windsor, 2004
M.Sc., Clinical Biochemistry, University of Toronto, 2001
B.Sc.(Hons.), Biochemistry, McMaster University, 1998
Admissions
Admissions
- Ontario 2005
Publications
Publications
- “Ambiguity is unambiguously a live ground to invalidate patent claims,” Norton Rose Fulbright IP monitor, August 7, 2024.
- Book chapter update (Chapter 17) entitled "Injunctions – Interlocutory and Permanent" in the book: IP/IT Disputes, Remedies and Resolutions (published by Thomson Carswell and edited by Ronald E. Dimock), released February 2024.
Speaking engagements
Speaking engagements
- "Disruption in the life sciences and healthcare sectors: Is your business ready?" conference Organizer and Moderator, Norton Rose Fulbright Canada, Toronto, May 16, 2018.
- "Stakes and Stakeholders, Generic v. Innovator: Practical Impact of the Theoretical Patent Framework," (co-presenter with Jeilah Chan), Osgoode Hall Law School – LL.M in IP – Theoretical Frameworks Course, Toronto, September 17, 2016.
Memberships and activities
Memberships and activities
- Canadian Bar Association
- Ontario Bar Association
- Law Society of Upper Canada
- Intellectual Property Institute of Canada
- Toronto Intellectual Property Group
Insights and news
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