Patent Paralegal

Urban Legal Recruitment Inc.

Alberta

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Calgary is seeking a detail-oriented Patent Paralegal to support their Intellectual Property team. In this role, you will manage patent dockets, assist with client correspondence, and perform essential administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has a paralegal education, a minimum of 2 years of experience in IP, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive salary and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in intellectual property.
Familiarity with patent and industrial design processes is essential.

Responsibilities

Manage the patent docket, including monitoring deadlines.
Review incoming correspondence from CIPO and assist in preparing client reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of a recognized paralegal program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Patrix IP Helpware

Job description

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Our client, a well-established and highly respected Western Canadian law firm, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Patent Paralegal to join their Calgary office as part of their Intellectual Property team. In this role, you’ll work under the supervision of lawyers to provide essential legal and administrative support in alignment with the firm’s internal processes and best practices. You’ll also collaborate closely with the IP administration team on key tasks such as file intake and invoicing.

Responsibilities:

Manage the patent docket, including monitoring deadlines and ensuring data accuracy
Review incoming correspondence from CIPO and foreign associates; assist in preparing client reporting letters
Maintain and update the docket system with due dates for action and follow-up
Docket and prepare office action instructions for agent and lawyer review; file with the appropriate patent offices
Send weekly prosecution reminders to clients via docketing software
Handle general administrative duties such as file management, precedent maintenance, and time entry
Conduct regular status checks and coordinate transfers of files and agent appointments
Open new files and validate data in all relevant systems and databases
Pay annual maintenance fees and annuities
Facilitate examination reminders and coordinate payments through patent offices or foreign agents

Qualifications:

Graduate of a recognized paralegal program (equivalent experience will be considered)
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in intellectual property
Familiarity with patent and industrial design processes
Experience with Patrix IP Helpware is an asset
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Proven problem-solving and team collaboration skills

What Our Client Offers:

A competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Access to group savings plans and investment options
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Ongoing mentorship and team support

If you’re a skilled Patent Paralegal looking to take the next step in your legal career, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume in confidence to Shona Tischner at shona@urbanlegal.ca.

At Urban Legal Recruitment, we respect your privacy and ensure complete confidentiality throughout the process. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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