Job Description: Patent Assistant/US Clerk

Company: Bereskin & Parr
Location: Toronto, Ontario (Downtown)
Job Category: Corporate
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Not Specified

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Patent Assistant/US Clerk

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. At B&P we take pride in our collaborative and inclusive work environment and are a proud member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).

THE OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity to join Bereskin & Parr as a PATENT ASSISTANT/US Clerk. We are looking for two self-motivated individuals to actively support the practices in our Life Sciences group.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and file United States Applications (Convention Priority, Divisional and National Phase Entry) including but not limited to: Application Data Sheet, Power of Attorney, Information Disclosure Form, and Assignment documents

• Attend to the prosecution of patent applications (Canadian and U.S.), including use of the USPTO electronic filing system.

• Prepare Office Action responses based on client instructions and guidance from the Professional and filing finalized office action responses

• Review and report prosecution documents, for example examination requests and notices of allowance, to the client

• Monitor and follow up with appropriate parties on due dates and bring to the attention of the responsible party

• Prepare correspondence and reminder to clients.

• Review client instructions and take appropriate action.

• Handle all administrative tasks for the practice such as: coordinating meeting, e-file management, opening and closing client files; billing; and maintenance of client contact information.

• Other related duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring to B&P:

• A minimum of five years of relevant work experience, preferably as a Patent Assistant or Patent Clerk with excellent knowledge of the full patent prosecution practice.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.

• Ability to support a high volume practice.

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of products (WORD, Excel and Outlook), working knowledge of IP docketing and billing software.

• Excellent collaboration; attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills.

• Strong team player that demonstrates excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and an ability to work independently.

For the safety of our staff, at this time we are all working remotely.

Candidates who meet the above qualifications are asked to email their resumes and transcripts to: hr@bereskinparr.com by July 23, 2021. Please include "Patent Assistant/US Clerk" in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bereskin & Parr (Bereskin & Parr LLP) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and people with disabilities. Should candidates wish to receive the above job posting in an alternative format, please contact Liam Bragg, Human Resources Generalist by email (lbragg@bereskinparr.com) or by phone 416-957-1622.

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