Intellectual Property Legal Assistant/database - Toronto, Canada - Blaney McMurtry LLP

Blaney McMurtry LLP

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BLANEY MCMURTRY LLP

Intellectual Property Legal Assistant/Database Administrator

Why work at Blaney McMurtry LLP?

Blaney McMurtry LLP is a multi-service 120 + lawyer firm, based in the heart of downtown Toronto. For more than sixty-five years, we have helped clients overcome challenges and seize opportunities through our continuing commitment to achieving results and building relationships. We seek exceptional individuals who take pride in their work and know the importance of excellent client service.

Our motto is "Expect the Best" and that goes both ways. At Blaneys, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace that respects and supports all of our staff. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and paid vacation.

Your well-being is very important to us and this is why we offer an excellent benefits package which includes health, dental, as well as an Employee Assistance Program.

If you would like to gain new skills, we have abundant training and professional development opportunities to help to achieve your personal and professional goals.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Intellectual Property Legal Assistant/Database Administrator which is part of our Corporate - Intellectual Property Group.

This opportunity is excellent for those who are keen to expand their knowledge in all areas of law and work in a fast-paced environment with supportive and knowledgeable colleagues.

Blaney McMurtry LLP is passionate about what we do and we are looking for someone who shares our passion to join our team.

What you will be doing:

Maintain the IP Database and computerized records of intellectual property portfolio information including the timely entering and removing of items from the system upon their completion and managing any necessary follow up.
Track responses to statutory actions and maintain the associated deadlines.
Generate reports that itemize the actions due and their corresponding due dates and periodic status reports for clients.
Review and distribute weekly status report and/or Canadian Trade-Marks Journal
Help prepare necessary forms for filing with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office and form letters to clients or foreign counsel for the lawyer's review.
Track upcoming deadlines.
Payment of designated government fees and other administrative duties.
Provide backup assistance to the other members of the IP Group.
A minimum of 1 year of trademark/patent legal assistant experience.
Experience with IP databases. Pattsy experience is preferred.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.

This position will be full time in office for the first 6 weeks. After that point, the firm's hybrid policy at the time will apply.

We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your interest.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

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