Kent Legal
Job title:
Litigation Assistant
Company
Kent Legal
Job description
Job DescriptionJob Title: IP Litigation AssistantJob #: 16832Job Type: Full time, permanentLocation: TorontoSalary: $65,000Benefits: Excellent benefitsRemote Flexibility: Hybrid Remote FlexibilityClient ProfileOur client, a reputable Toronto firm is currently looking for a IP Litigation Assistant. This firm has an excellent culture and a lot of career development opportunities.– Leading law firm providing a full range of Intellectual Property expertise and related services.– Frequently nominated for awards and top rankings in major legal directories and surveys.– Office conveniently located in Toronto’s Financial District!Duties and Responsibilities:– Provide legal administrative support to assigned lawyers;– Accurately proofread, format, and assist with various legal and general materials;– Schedule meetings and conferences;– Draft/edit correspondence and legal documents from precedents and/or dictation;– Manage calendars for lawyers;– Assist in preparation for hearings/trials;– Generate and prepare monthly bills from start to finish;– Open and close files;– Manage communications and correspondence, responding when needed;– Prepare and maintaining a bring-forward system;– Maintain electronic filing system;– Liaise with the courts and clients;– Manage workflow of files from beginning to end; and– Additional tasks as required.Requirements:– Minimum 2 years in a litigation role working in an IP environment, including experience liaising with the Federal Court;– Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma from an Accredited Institution;– Experience working with the Ontario Courts is an asset;– Knowledge of patent and trademark prosecution;– Proficiency in Microsoft (Word, Outlook and Excel);– Ability to juggle multiple priorities, work well under pressure and effectively meet deadlines;– Immaculate proofreading and grammar skills;– Excellent communication skills, written and verbal;– Solid attention to detail and time management skills; and– Ability to prioritize and meet urgent deadlines.
Expected salary
$65000 per year
Location
Toronto, ON
Job date
Sat, 22 Mar 2025 05:35:34 GMT
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