Canadian Trademark Clerk

at  Bereskin Parr LLP

THE FIRM

Bereskin & Parr is one of Canada’s largest and most respected intellectual property (“IP”) law firms. At Bereskin & Parr (B&P) we are committed to providing exceptional client service, and we take pride in our collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Draft and file Canadian trademark applications and review Filing Notices for accuracy and reporting;
• Review, report and respond to technical Examiner’s reports as well as create shells to report and respond to substantive Examiner’s reports using approved form letters;
• Process advertisements including proofread, report and file correction letters with CIPO;
• Report possible oppositions to marks located in the Trademarks Journal watch as well as Section 37(3) Notices;
• Review, report and respond to Registration Fee Notices and review Registration Certificates for accuracy and report;
• On-demand billing for tasks mentioned above;
• Update docketing system for tasks mentioned above; and
• Other tasks as assigned

Success in this role means:

• Consistently exhibits firm values by encouraging a collaborative and collegial work atmosphere.
• Capable of producing a high volume of work which is completed meticulously and with precision.
• Possess a record of meeting both internal and external deadlines on a tight schedule with competing priorities.
• Has outstanding interpersonal skills and can communicate effectively with all members of the firm.
• Works independently while being self-aware as to when an issue should be escalated.
• Is tech-savvy and has previous experience picking up new software and processes with ease.
• Understands that customer service is at the heart of every role within the organization, therefore ensuring that the expectations of internal and external stakeholders are met.
• Has a team-first mentality and enjoys helping others by effectively sharing knowledge.
• Is always striving to identify ways to better the group by suggesting how to improve processes and procedures.
• While we do encourage work-life balance, the successful candidate will have the ability to be flexible in terms of hours during peak periods and can meet the demands of the role.
• Discretion and confidentiality are essential to this role and always required