Job Description

RICHES, McKENZIE & HERBERT LLP

PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHT, LITIGATION

Barristers & Solicitors - Patent & Trademark Agents

LEGAL ASSISTANT/LAW CLERK/PARALEGAL FOR A PATENT, TRADEMARK AND LITIGATION IP LAW FIRM

Founded in 1887, Riches, McKenzie & Herbert LLP is one of Canada's longest-established law firms whose practice is restricted to intellectual property matters. Our ideal candidate will have a strong interest to learn, work full-time, 9AM - 5PM (flexible start/finish) and compensation based on skill and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Typing correspondence from dictation using precedents, internal mail merge documents and government forms; Preparation of batch notification letters; Preparation of client invoices, Statement of Account and reminder letters; Proofreading all documents; Preparing patent and/or trademark submissions for filing in the Canadian and United States Patent Offices; Provide reception when required and; Any other duties that may be assigned.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

Law Clerk, Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate or equivalent experience; Exceptional ability to use a computer and computer programs including all aspects of Windows, Word, Adobe, Outlook and Excel; Dictaphone experience; Strong attention to detail, specifically spelling, grammar and formatting; Ability to use all business office machines including scanners, facsimile machines, photocopies etc.; Strong English communications skills, both written and verbal; Confidence to ask questions and the ability to utilize the information provided; and Willingness to learn.
Preferably completed a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant program.

Our ideal candidate possesses exceptional English language and communication skills, an eye for accuracy, and strong organizational skills.

This is an in-office position. There is no remote or hybrid work.

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

No telephone calls or agencies please.

Please email your resume to jobs@patents-toronto.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off RRSP match
Work Location: In person