Lawyer

W3Global; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness reimbursement

Diversity and inclusion

Professional growth

Job summary

W3Global's Intellectual Property Group in Montreal seeks a lawyer to join its technology transactions and IP practice. You will draft and negotiate licence, R&D, collaboration, co-development and technology transfer agreements and advise clients on strategies to protect and commercialize IP assets.

You will conduct IP audits, provide transactional support and due diligence for corporate transactions, and act as a strategic advisor to clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil law and Bar of Québec in good standing.
• 3–6 years of experience in technology transactions and IP.
• Strong drafting and negotiation of complex IP/tech agreements; strategic advisor.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate licence, R&D, collaboration, co-development and technology transfer agreements.
• Advise clients on strategies to use, protect, enhance and commercialize IP assets.
• Conduct intellectual property audits.
• Provide transactional support and due diligence in corporate transactions, financings, mergers and acquisitions.
• Act as a strategic advisor to clients and contribute to IP protection and management.
• Contribute to client development and to the firm’s profile.

Skills

Contract drafting

IP licensing

Technology transactions

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil law

Barreau du Québec member in good standing

Job description

Job Description

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• You will draft and negotiate licence, research and development, collaboration, co-development and technology transfer agreements, as well as other technology and intellectual property agreements;
• You will advise business clients on strategies to use, protect, enhance and commercialize intellectual property assets;
• You will conduct intellectual property audits;
• You will provide transactional support and assist with intellectual property and technology due diligence in connection with corporate and commercial transactions, financings, mergers and acquisitions;
• You will act as a strategic advisor to clients and, depending on your experience, contribute to the protection and management of their intellectual property assets;
• You will contribute to client development and to the profile of this strategic practice.

Job Description

The Intellectual Property Group is seeking a lawyer to join its technology transactions and intellectual property practice. You will work closely with the mergers and acquisitions, corporate and commercial, financing and other practice groups across the firm. More specifically:

• You will draft and negotiate licence, research and development, collaboration, co-development and technology transfer agreements, as well as other technology and intellectual property agreements;
• You will advise business clients on strategies to use, protect, enhance and commercialize intellectual property assets;
• You will conduct intellectual property audits;
• You will provide transactional support and assist with intellectual property and technology due diligence in connection with corporate and commercial transactions, financings, mergers and acquisitions;
• You will act as a strategic advisor to clients and, depending on your experience, contribute to the protection and management of their intellectual property assets;
• You will contribute to client development and to the profile of this strategic practice.

Why Join Us?

• A competitive total compensation package, including a bonus program;
• A flexible work environment combining remote and in-office work;
• A health and wellness reimbursement program, customizable insurance coverage, telemedicine services and a generous retirement savings plan;
• A collegial workplace that promotes respect, openness, innovation, diversity, equity and inclusion;
• A culture that supports autonomy, recognition, collaboration and professional growth;
• The opportunity to contribute to a firm that is engaged in its community;
• Bright, ergonomic offices and access to a workout room with equipment and fitness classes.

About You

• You hold a bachelor's degree in civil law and are a member in good standing of the Barreau du Québec;
• You have three to six years of relevant experience in technology transactions and intellectual property;
• You have strong experience drafting and negotiating complex technology and intellectual property agreements;
• You are able to act as a strategic advisor to business clients;
• You have excellent spoken and written French and English skills;
• You demonstrate autonomy, sound judgment, initiative and an entrepreneurial mindset;
• You have business acumen, a client-focused approach and an interest in client development;
• You have the potential and interest to take on a leadership role and contribute to the long-term succession of the practice.

About The Firm

As a premier law firm with more than 950 lawyers worldwide, we are dedicated to shaping the future our clients want, precisely when it matters most.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in a diverse workplace made up of people with unique experiences and attributes. It is important that all our members find our workplace welcoming and supportive. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and valued. We are pleased to provide candidates and our members with reasonable accommodations so that everyone can realize their full potential. Please let us know if there are any accommodations we can provide to offer you the best possible experience.