Yael Bienenstock

Yael’s practice focuses on intellectual property and patent disputes as well as public law matters, including project disputes. Her ability to take complex cases and develop and execute persuasive litigation strategies makes her sought-after by clients. Yael’s clients span the life sciences, medical devices, and health care sectors in addition to her work for participants in the transportation, energy and infrastructure space. As a trusted advisor, Yael not only advocates for clients before the courts but helps them navigate ongoing issues, mitigating against and preventing disputes in the future. Yael is a member of Torys’ Appellate Practice and has appeared as counsel in various levels of courts, including the Federal Court of Appeal, the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada. She has particular experience in patent litigation under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations and related regulatory proceedings concerning leading drug products for international and North American pharmaceutical companies.