Legal Assistant, Intellectual Property

We are recruiting for a Legal Assistant, IP to join our team in our Toronto office. The successful candidate will be responsible for filing patent, trademark, industrial design, and copyright applications with Canadian Intellectual Property Office, and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and other administrative functions.

Requirements

• Legal Assistant diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in an Intellectual Property group
• Depth of legal understanding and knowledge of IP laws
• Extreme attention to detail
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritizing
• An energetic, proactive approach with a can-do attitude
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Empathy
• A willingness to take on any task as needed
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to work in both a team setting and as an independent under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of Pattsy and iManage or comparable document management system

Benefits

• Insurance premiums paid by the Firm
• Wellness and technology reimbursements
• Competitive compensation
• Paid overtime
• Generous time off
• Day off to volunteer
• Day off for birthday