Mark J. Sprigings

Mark Sprigings is a partner in Gowling WLG’s Ottawa office. He is a licensed professional engineer in the province of Ontario and a registered patent agent in Canada and the United States.

Mark’s practice focuses on patent and industrial design procurement, with a particular emphasis on drafting and providing strategic advice to clients ranging from startups to multinational corporations and academic institutions. He previously co-chaired the Ottawa office’s Tech Group.

Mark has significant experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in diverse electrical and mechanical technologies. His work spans innovations in artificial intelligence (AI), automation systems, quantum computing, semiconductors, software and hardware architectures, telecommunications and wireless infrastructure, power and control systems, cybersecurity and encryption, optics, intelligent and connected vehicles, telematics, signal and image processing, and a wide range of applied technologies, including agricultural machinery, automotive systems, building materials, business methods, environmental control systems, firefighting equipment, and LED lighting.

Prior to joining Gowling WLG, Mark worked as an engineer in the high technology sector, bringing practical industry experience to his IP advisory work.