Job Description

Job Title: IP Litigation Assistant

Job #: 16498

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Toronto

Salary: $65,000

Benefits: Excellent benefits

Remote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote Flexibility

Client Profile

Our client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a IP Litigation Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.

• Large scale multi-service law firm specializing in a wide range of practices.
• Recognized in IFLR1000 Americas 2023!
• Office space conveniently located in Downtown Toronto!

Duties and Responsibilities:

-           Provide legal administrative support to assigned lawyers;

-           Accurately proofread, format, and assist with various legal and general materials;

-           Schedule meetings and conferences;

-           Draft/edit correspondence and legal documents from precedents and/or dictation;

-           Manage calendars for lawyers;

-           Assist in preparation for hearings/trials;

-           Generate and prepare monthly bills from start to finish;

-           Open and close files;

-           Manage communications and correspondence, responding when needed;

-           Prepare and maintaining a bring-forward system;

-           Maintain electronic filing system;

-           Liaise with the courts and clients;

-           Prepare and submit expenses, calendar management, coordinate meetings and book travel arrangements;

-           Manage workflow of files from beginning to end; and

-           Additional tasks as required.

Requirements:

-           Minimum 5 years in a litigation role working in an IP environment, including experience liaising with the Federal Court;

-           Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma from an Accredited Institution;

-           Experience working with the Ontario Courts is an asset;

-           Knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution;

-           Proficiency in Microsoft (Word, Outlook and Excel);

-           Ability to juggle multiple priorities, work well under pressure and effectively meet deadlines;

-           Immaculate proofreading and grammar skills;

-           Excellent communication skills, written and verbal;

-           Solid attention to detail and time management skills; and

-           Ability to prioritize and meet urgent deadlines.

How To Apply:

Kindly email your MS Word resume to kentreg@kentlegal.com, and quote Opportunity #16498 in the subject line of your email. If you are already registered with Kent Legal, please get in touch with your recruitment consultant.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Please note that only qualified candidates will be invited for a meeting. Continue to visit our website at www.kentlegal.com for new employment opportunities.