IP Litigation Legal Assistant: Hybrid + Excellent Benefits

Gowling WLG International; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health, dental, and

mental health coverage

Hybrid work flexibility

Parental leave top-up

Group Retirement Savings Plan

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Gowling WLG is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for its IP Department in Ottawa. The successful candidate will perform full legal administrative work for one or more professionals in a team environment.

Responsibilities include document preparation, file management, e-filing, and supporting patent prosecutions, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality. The role requires IP experience and strong Microsoft Office skills in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Administrative or Legal Administrative Assistant with IP experience.
• Experience in IP and litigation environments is required.
• Proficiency with e-billing and legal documentation processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Organize workflow and expedite tasks for the professional's practice.
• Proficient with an electronic and paperless environment.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence with minimal direction.
• Transcribe and format legal documents and correspondence.
• Liaise between legal professionals and clients or internal teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Proofreading

Education

Administrative Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gowling WLG is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for its IP Department in Ottawa. The successful candidate will perform full legal administrative work for one or more professionals in a team environment.

Responsibilities include document preparation, file management, e-filing, and supporting patent prosecutions, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality. The role requires IP experience and strong Microsoft Office skills in a fast-paced setting.