Patent Paralegal

MLT Aikins LLP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Calgary is looking for a patent paralegal to manage the patent docket, assist with legal tasks, and maintain client correspondence. Ideal candidates have at least two years of experience in a similar role and a paralegal program graduation. This full-time position offers competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Access to group savings plans

Growth and development opportunities

Mentorship and support

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in intellectual property, focusing on patents and industrial designs.

Responsibilities

• Managing the patent docket including docket deadlines.
• Reviewing incoming correspondence from CIPO and foreign associates.
• Docketing and preparing office action instructions for review.
• Facilitating examination reminders and payments at Patent Offices.

Skills

Knowledge of Patrix IP Helpware

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong teamwork skills

Strong problem solving skills

Education

Graduate of a recognized paralegal program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 350 lawyers and nearly 500 additional team members across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

Our Calgary office is searching for a patent paralegal who will work under the supervision of lawyers and will assist with legal tasks in accordance with MLT Aikins processes and guidelines. The successful candidate will also work with our IP administration group regarding file intake and invoicing.

Responsibilities

• Managing the patent docket including docket deadlines and maintaining the integrity of docket data
• Reviewing incoming correspondence from CIPO and foreign associates and assisting in preparing reporting letters to clients
• Maintaining, organizing and updating the docket system of due dates for action and follow up
• Docketing and preparing office action instructions for review by agents and lawyers and lodging for filing to the patent offices
• Sending weekly prosecution reminders to clients which are generated through the docketing software
• Performing general administrative tasks including file management, precedent maintenance and entry of tariff codes and time
• Coordinating transfers of files and appointment of MLT Aikins as agent
• Opening files and validating data in all operational programs and databases
• Paying annual maintenance fees and annuities
• Facilitating examination reminders and payments at Patent Offices and through foreign agents

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized paralegal program (equivalencies will be considered)
• Minimum two year of experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of Patrix IP Helpware is an asset
• Knowledge of appropriate software including: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat
• Previous experience in intellectual property, specifically in areas of patents and industrial designs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong teamwork and problem solving skills

Benefits

• A competitive salary depending on experience
• Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits
• Access to group savings plans and investment options
• Growth and development opportunities
• Mentorship and support

Diversity and Inclusion

MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé and cover letter by visiting our website at www.mltaikins.com. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal, Administrative, and Other

Industries

• Law Practice