Marian Wolanski

Experience

Marian Wolanski is a partner at Belmore Neidrauer LLP, specializing in patent litigation with a focus on pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. She has significant experience representing clients in patent disputes under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations, advising on patent strategy, and providing freedom to operate/infringement and patentability opinions. Marian has successfully represented clients before the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal in Canada, and has also appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada. She is noted for her strong advocacy in retaining patents and obtaining damages from generic producers. Her expertise has earned her recognition as a leading patent lawyer, particularly in complex patent disputes involving multi-jurisdictional litigation.

Specialty

Marian Wolanski’s specialty lies in intellectual property litigation, with an emphasis on pharmaceutical and biotechnology patent litigation. Her practice includes advising clients through patent disputes, patent strategy formulation, and providing detailed opinions on patent validity and freedom to operate. She is recognized for her tactical approach and deep understanding of the scientific and legal complexities in patent cases, especially in the life sciences sector.

Education

Marian Wolanski has scientific training with a M.Sc. in molecular biology, which informs her legal expertise and ability to handle complex biotech patent litigation. 

• Awards and Industry Rankings

  • Marian was named Patent Litigator of the Year – 2025 (Canada) by LMG Life Sciences
  • Marian Wolanski won the LMG Life Sciences Canadian Rising Star Award in 2018. Since then, she has been consistently recognized as a leading patent lawyer by Chambers Canada, LMG Life Sciences, Managing Intellectual Property IP Stars, IAM Patent 1000, Legal 500, Who’s Who Legal, and Best Lawyers.
  • She was shortlisted for Patent Litigator of the Year – Canada at the 2024 LMG Awards.
  • Shortlisted for Managing IP Americas Awards 2024 Practitioner of the Year.

• Leadership Roles

  • Marian Wolanski is the Managing Partner at Belmore Neidrauer LLP, leading an intellectual property litigation practice with a focus on pharmaceutical and biotechnology patent disputes.

• Major Case Successes

  • Successfully represented clients before the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal in patent disputes, particularly under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations.

• Notable Contributions

  • Marian’s background in molecular biology enhances her ability to navigate complex scientific issues in patent litigation, contributing to her reputation as a top patent litigator.