Patent Legal Assistant Jobs

Our Client

• Is a well-known regional IP law firm with various locations, including Downtown Toronto and Mississauga, that offers exceptional training, great work-life balance (only 1 day a week in-office), a competitive total compensation package and a RRSP matching plan.

Responsibilities

• Prepare office action responses based on client instructions and lawyer guidance and file finalized office action responses.
• Review client instructions and take appropriate action.
• Prepare correspondence and reminder to clients.
• Review and report prosecution documents.
• Monitor and follow up with appropriate parties on deadlines.
• Handle all administrative tasks for the practice such as coordinating meeting, e-file management, opening and closing client files, billing and maintenance of client contact information.

Requirements

• Excellent collaboration, attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products (WORD, Excel and Outlook), working knowledge of IP docketing and billing software.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, preferably as a Patent Assistant with excellent knowledge of the full patent prosecution practice.