Lawyer and Patent Agent

3 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Canada Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Full time

Lawyer and Patent Agent - Chemistry page is loaded Lawyer and Patent Agent - Chemistry Apply locations Toronto time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR569

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com .

The Toronto office of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG), Canada’s leading, innovative and client-focused law firm, is seeking a:

Lawyer and Patent Agent – Intellectual Property (Chemistry)

Through our distinctive client-focused approach, you will grow your career working with leading professionals as part of a creative, multi-disciplinary team. This is an ideal position for someone committed to exceeding clients’ goals and changing the future. Top professionals who want to innovate and collaborate should apply. Right from the start you will have the strength of our people and the BLG brand behind you. 

Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the core practice areas at BLG, and our clients enjoy the benefits of specialized IP services provided on an integrated full service platform. Many of our IP Lawyers, Trademark Agents, and Patent Agents are consistently ranked as leading practitioners in international publications, and our national IP group offers expertise in the protection, enforcement, and commercialization of IP. BLG boasts a diverse client base, spanning all industry sectors including some of the most innovative domestic and international companies.

We are looking for
  • A lawyer and qualified Canadian Patent Agent with an advanced degree in Chemistry.
  • The candidate should have 3+ years experience drafting patent specifications and prosecuting patent applications in Canada and the US and working with patent firms in other jurisdictions.
  • Experience in IP transactional / commercial work and trademarks is an asset.

The candidate must possess:

  • strong communication skills, both written and verbal,
  • an eye for detail,
  • interpersonal skills for collaborative work with colleagues and the firm’s clients, and
  • time management and organizational skills.

Applicants are welcome to apply through Careers | Legal Professionals | BLG . We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

BLG is committed to building and fostering a workplace that is reflective of our communities, where all firm members feel included, valued, and heard. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates but acknowledge the systemic and structural barriers that have, historically, marginalized and barred certain groups from accessing employment opportunities. As part of our commitment to removing barriers to employment, we strongly encourage applications from members of these historically marginalized groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities and women. Accommodations are available, upon request, in all aspects of the recruitment process.

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We are BLG: Canada's Law Firm. We pride ourselves on having outstanding, talented people and delivering an exceptional client experience. We are a future-minded firm, delivering high-value advice and known for our commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Our culture is one of curiosity, firm-wide collaboration, mutual respect, dedication and continuous improvement. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our team. For more information, visit us here .

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