Brian Kingwell is a partner in the Vancouver office, practising in the firm's global Intellectual Property and Life Sciences groups. For over 25 years, his practice has focused on patent prosecution, strategic patent portfolio counselling and due diligence in the areas of molecular biology, genomics, biochemistry, chemistry, chemical engineering and medical devices. Brian advises innovative clients across a range of sectors and industries, including health care, biotechnology, agriculture and cleantech.
Brian G. Kingwell
Awarded Practice Areas
Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice Intellectual Property Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Vancouver.

Biography
Locations
Vancouver, British Columbia
Languages
- English
Bar Admissions
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice, Vancouver, Canada (2026)
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice, Vancouver, Canada (2024)
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice, Vancouver, Canada (2021)
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice, Vancouver, Canada (2018)
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice, Vancouver, Canada (2016)
- Intellectual Property Law, Vancouver, Canada (2015)
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice, Vancouver, Canada (2012)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026 for work in:
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- Intellectual Property Law
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