Maria Wei

Maria Wei, a pivotal figure within the Electrical & Computer Technology group at her firm, also plays a significant role in the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Her expertise is chiefly in safeguarding electrical and computer-related innovations. She provides SMEs with strategic guidance on obtaining patent and design rights, covering a broad spectrum of technologies from oil & gas equipment to computer software applications. Maria's work involves preparing and prosecuting patent applications, along with conducting searches and offering opinions on patentability, validity, and infringement.

Holding an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, Maria's graduate research delved into energy management for hybrid electric vehicles. Her professional journey includes notable stints in the electricity sector and the nuclear industry before she pursued law. Maria's early engagements with the firm as a summer and articling student paved her way to becoming a key member of the legal team.

Beyond her professional life, Maria treasures time spent with her family and friends, embracing outdoor adventures like forest walks, bike rides, and fruit picking. She also brings linguistic diversity to her role, being conversant in Mandarin.

Maria's academic credentials are impressive, with a Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto, a Master of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, and a Bachelor's degree from McMaster University. Her qualifications include registrations as a Canadian and United States Patent Agent, admission to the Ontario Bar, and certification as a Professional Engineer.

Maria's affiliations with the Law Society of Ontario, the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada, Professional Engineers of Ontario, and the College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents underscore her commitment to her profession. Maria Wei's unique blend of engineering insight, legal expertise, and dedication to diversity and inclusion initiatives make her an invaluable asset in the field of intellectual property law.