Legal Administrative Assistant - Intellectual Property

Clark Wilson LLP.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading law firm in British Columbia as a Legal Administrative Assistant in the vibrant Intellectual Property practice group. This dynamic role focuses on trademarks and requires a self-motivated individual with strong communication skills and a proactive approach. You will be part of a busy team, supporting trademark practitioners and managing a variety of tasks while ensuring high-quality service. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health coverage, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan with RRSP matching

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Employee referral bonuses

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Graduation from a legal administrative assistant program or relevant experience.
• 3 years supporting a trademark practitioner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trademark documents for clients and CIPO filings.
• Handle general administrative duties as required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to prepare trademark documents

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to handle strict deadlines

Education

Graduation from an accredited legal administrative assistant program

3+ years supporting a trademark practitioner

Job description

Clark Wilson LLP is hiring a Legal Administrative Assistant to join our Intellectual Property practice group, focusing on trademarks.

We are a leading law firm in British Columbia with approximately 90 lawyers and 140 support staff, recognized for our innovation and top-tier client service.

The trademark practice has grown significantly and is among the busiest in the city. We seek an experienced trademark assistant who is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and possesses the following qualifications:

1. Graduation from an accredited legal administrative assistant program or relevant experience;
2. At least 3 years supporting a trademark practitioner (more experience preferred);
3. Strong communication skills (technical, verbal, written);
4. Ability to prepare trademark documents for clients and CIPO filings;
5. Capability to handle strict deadlines and high volume;
6. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
7. Ability to build rapport and support team members including lawyers, agents, and paralegals;
8. General administrative duties as required.

Additional desirable attributes include a client-centered, proactive approach, sound judgment, discretion, adaptability, and the ability to work independently and in a team.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary: $55,000 to $70,000;
• Comprehensive health coverage and wellness benefits;
• Retirement plan with RRSP matching;
• Enhanced parental leave benefits;
• Recognition programs and social events;
• Opportunities for professional growth;
• Employee referral bonuses;
• Community involvement opportunities;
• Generous paid time off, including personal days and work anniversary days.

Application Process

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Clark Wilson is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion.

For more information about us, visit our careers page.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.