Paralegal - Intellectual Property - Toronto, Canada - Recrute Action

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Paralegal - Intellectual Property

Are you looking for a stimulating and dynamic job? Would you like to be part of a team that believes in your potential and part of a great company that will help you advance in your career? This is the job for you We are currently looking for a Paralegal for one of our clients in the insurance industry.

What is in it for you:

• Hourly salary of $32 to $37, based on experience.
• 12 to 18-month contract with the potential for permanent employment.
• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
• Daytime schedule with occasional early or late calls.

Hybrid work: 3 office days, from Tuesday to Thursday.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment.
• Join a passionate and inclusive team of professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all intellectual property matters and manage the intellectual property portfolio under the supervision of the Head of Global Intellectual Property.
• Draft correspondence, agreements, trademark license agreements, renewal documentation, and other trademark-related documents.
• Ensure timely filings with relevant trademark registry offices (with assistance from external trademark agents).
• Conduct trademark searches in both English and French.
• Perform specific administrative and legal research tasks for the Head of Global Intellectual Property.
• Collaborate with law clerks in other jurisdictions.
• Develop and adhere to new policies and procedures regarding Intellectual Property.
• Provide support with opposition files, including preparing cease and desist letters and co-existence agreements.
• Offer assistance with copyright matters, domain names, and patents, as needed.

What you will need to succeed:

• Law Clerk/Paralegal designation from a recognized institution.
• 3+ years of relevant intellectual property law clerk experience at a law firm or large financial institution.
• Experience in trademark law, copyright law, either at a firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient research and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage time effectively.
• Proactive problem solver with the ability to take initiative when required.
• Excellent relationship management skills.
• Strong team player.
• Capability to collaborate effectively across multiple business lines.
• Effective communicator with a positive attitude (both written and verbal).
• General working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint and SharePoint would be advantageous.

Why Recruit Action?

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