Job Description:Staffinity is looking for a Legal Admin Assistant – Patents for our client in downtown Toronto. This is a permanent position with salary, benefits and RRSP. The base salary range is 70-78k. The working hours are daytime, Monday to Friday on a hybrid schedule, 3 days in office and 2 days at home. A laptop will be provided.Responsibilities:
Draft pro forma responses to official actions based on client instructions on patent files.
Prepare and file Canadian, US and PCT patent applications.
Prepare routine correspondence.
Assist with and preprate draft responses to official actions on industrial design and patent files.
Manage due dates and deadlines on upcoming patent files.
Follow-up with clients and/or foreign associates to ensure instructions are received on time to meet all deadlines.
Prepare accounts and manage pre-bills.
Qualifications:
Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma from a recognized college preferred.
3+ years of direct patent work experience as an administrative assistant or a clerk.
Strong attention to detail and exceptional grammar and proofreading skills
Excellent client service skills.
Ability to take instructions, prioritize incoming work, follow through on assignments and manage ongoing tasks.
Highly organized team player with the ability to work under pressure, manage changing priorities and meet strict deadlines
Working knowledge of Inprotech and CIPO’s online systems is an
Excellent proficiency with Word 2016, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Aderant, and knowledge of iManage or a similar document management system is an asset.
Knowledge of Trademarks is a strong asset.
Life sciences and/or corporate background is an asset.
Expected salary
$70000 – 78000 per year
Location
Toronto, ON
Job date
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:54:36 GMT
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