Patent Law Clerk

3 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Borden Ladner Gervais LLP Full time

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


Purpose of Role

You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of patent agents, clerks and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients, while having the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Intellectual Property Patent team, within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.

Right from the start, you will have access to exceptional opportunities, working with a supportive team focused on providing you with meaningful opportunities to tailor your career path in order to reach your full potential.

Key Responsibilities and Skills
- The key responsibilities of this role are:
- Monitor the due list for all patent deadlines and send appropriate reminders-
- Review, check, docket and report official correspondence from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office- Attend to, review, and report various stages of patent prosecution-
- Keep up-to-date on changes in patent law including internal procedural requirements.

Key Competencies
- What you will bring to this role:
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant patent experience with advanced knowledge in Canadian prosecution from a law firm and/or in-house experience- Advanced knowledge of Adobe, Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel- Strong organizational skills in planning and prioritizing work, multi-tasking and attention to details- Ability to succeed in a multi-disciplinary team and to work independently with mínimal supervision- Adaptability to ever changing priorities and deadlines

What does BLG have to offer you?- A hybrid working environment with technology reimbursements to support digital working- Certification in Legal Project Management (LPM)- Access to our market leading mentoring program- A talent development framework that helps you develop your desired career path, including access to training and continued education opportunities- Exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs- A competitive compensation and benefits package, including a day off to volunteer and access to wellness platforms and programs

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