Lisa Y. Sim

Lisa Sim's practice predominantly deals with patent-related matters.  Lisa's practice includes obtaining patent and industrial design protection, conducting intellectual property due diligence and technology audits, managing patent disputes including assessing patent infringement and validity risks and supporting patent litigation, assisting clients with technology transfer and licensing transactions, as well as in managing their intellectual property portfolios.  Lisa's practice focuses on the biotechnological, agricultural, pharmaceutical and chemical sectors in Canada, U.S. and abroad.  She works with a full range of clients including government, university and hospital research labs, start-up and mid-sized biotech companies, and pharmaceutical and multinational corporations.

Prior to joining MBM, Lisa spent several years in academic research and is co-author of a number of scientific publications. Lisa's public speaking engagements have covered both general intellectual property issues and specialized topics in the area of biotechnology patenting.

Lisa is a Registered Canadian Patent Agent in both Canada and the United States, and a registered Trade Mark Agent in Canada.

Education

• B.Sc., Microbiology, University of Alberta
• M.Sc., Microbiology, University of Waterloo
• LL.B., University of Victoria

Professional Involvement

• Canadian Bar Association
• Law Society of British Columbia
• British Columbia Technology Industries Association (BCTIA)
• Life Sciences British Columbia