Kevin is an accomplished intellectual property litigator with over a decade of experience. Kevin has represented clients in a wide variety of sectors including pharmaceuticals, biologics, oil & gas, telecommunication, agriculture, software, video gaming, entertainment, and consumer goods.
Kevin has substantial courtroom experience and has appeared before the Federal Court, Federal Court of Appeal, Ontario Superior Court, British Columbia Supreme Court, British Columbia Court of Appeal, and the Patent Appeal Board.
In the life sciences sector, Kevin has particular expertise in proceedings under the PMNOC Regulations, acting on behalf of both brand and generic pharmaceutical companies. He has also been counsel in actions for damages and accounting of profits including under s. 8 of the PMNOC Regulations and damages references under the Patent Act.
In the technology sector, Kevin has advised and represented clients on software patent portfolios and standards-essential patents. Kevin also has expertise in copyright law, including on issues relating to software piracy, technological protection measures, and protection of video games and media assets. Kevin’s work is supported by an understanding of business and technology, having gained industry experience at an engineering consulting firm and as a software developer.
Additionally, Kevin is a registered trademark agent and has an active practice in trademark prosecution, assisting clients in obtaining registrations and managing their brand portfolios around the world. He also has experience in drafting patents, trademark oppositions, and negotiating intellectual property agreements.
During law school, Kevin was an award-winning mooter. He represented the University of Toronto and won awards at the Oxford International Intellectual Property Moot and the Harold G. Fox Intellectual Property Moot. He also honed his advocacy and leadership skills as President of the University of Toronto Engineering Society.
When not in the office, Kevin might be found cycling in trails around the city, playing hockey, designing models for 3D printing, or collecting retro video games.
* Practising through Kevin P Siu Professional Corporation
