RICHES, McKENZIE & HERBERT LLP

PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHT, LITIGATION

Barristers & Solicitors – Patent & Trademark Agents

LEGAL ASSISTANT/LAW CLERK/PARALEGAL FOR A PATENT, TRADEMARK AND LITIGATION IP LAW FIRM

Founded in 1887, Riches, McKenzie & Herbert LLP is one of Canada’s longest-established law firms whose practice is restricted to intellectual property matters. Our ideal candidate will have a strong interest to learn, work full-time, 9AM – 5PM (flexible start/finish) and compensation based on skill and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

- Typing correspondence from dictation using precedents, internal mail merge documents and government forms;
- Preparation of batch notification letters;
- Preparation of client invoices, Statement of Account and reminder letters;
- Proofreading all documents;
- Preparing patent and/or trademark submissions for filing in the Canadian and United States Patent Offices;
- Provide reception when required and;
- Any other duties that may be assigned.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
- Law Clerk, Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate or equivalent experience;
- Exceptional ability to use a computer and computer programs including all aspects of Windows, Word, Adobe,



Outlook and Excel;
- Transcription experience;
- Strong attention to detail, specifically spelling, grammar and formatting;
- Ability to use all business office machines including scanners, facsimile machines, photocopies etc.;
- Strong English communications skills, both written and verbal;
- Confidence to ask questions and the ability to utilize the information provided; and
- Willingness to learn.

Preferably completed a Law Clerk or Legal Assistant program. Our ideal candidate possesses exceptional English language and communication skills, an eye for accuracy, and strong organizational skills.

This is an in-office position. There is no remote or hybrid work.

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

No telephone calls or agencies please.

Please email your resume to [email protected]

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Law Clerk/Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Toronto)
🏢 Riches, McKenzie u0026 Herbert
📍 Toronto