Trademark 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 lawyers, 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 Group, 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:
- Play a critical role in trademark prosecution and oppositions, summary cancellation proceedings, and disputes- Inputs new matters into the IP Practice Management system and dockets for relevant official deadlines-
- Acts as a team player within the Paraprofessional Services Group with overflow, urgent deadlines and back-up coverage- Review and, report official correspondence from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)-
- Keep up-to-date on changes in trademark law and procedural requirements

Key Competencies
- What you will bring to this role:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience with relevant Trademark experience and knowledge of the filing and prosecution of a trademark to registration- Knowledge of document management systems (iManage knowledge an asset), Microsoft Word, Outlook, Adobe, and Excel- Strong organizational skills in planning and prioritizing work, multi-tasking and attention to details- Ability to succeed in a multi-disciplinary team with a collaborative and strategic mindset- Adaptable to dynamic priorities and deadlines, to best serve our clients’ business goals- Paralegal, Law Clerk, or Legal Assistant Diploma an asset- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- A team player with a strong work ethic and a desire for continuous improvement

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