Patent Legal Assistant (11-month term position) – Calgary Job Reference ID: MLTA-CAL-202608-065

Closing Date: Closes September 4, 2026 Location: Calgary Position: Legal Assistant

MLT Aikins is a full-service law firm of more than 375 lawyers across the four western provinces. Named one of Canada’s best law firms by the Globe and Mail, MLT Aikins is the only law firm to have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Muskeg Lake Cree Nation, Regina and Winnipeg. As one of the largest firms in Canada, we have the bench strength and geographic scope to meet the increasingly complex needs of clients.

Our Calgary office is searching for a patent Legal Assistant who will work under the supervision of lawyers and will assist with legal tasks in accordance with MLT Aikins processes and guidelines. This is an 11-month term position.

Responsibilities include:

Paying annual maintenance fees and annuities

Facilitating examination reminders and payments at Patent Offices and through foreign agents

Managing the patent docket including docket deadlines and maintaining the integrity of docket data

Sending weekly reminders to clients

Filing documents with patent offices

File management and maintaining precedent

Reviewing incoming correspondence from CIPO and foreign associates and assisting in preparing reporting letters to clients

Maintaining, organizing and updating the docket system of due dates for action and follow-up

Performing general administrative tasks including file management,



precedent maintenance and entry of tariff codes and time

Opening files and validating data in all operational programs and databases

Providing assistance to agents/lawyers including expense processing, daily time entry and other various administrative tasks

Qualifications include:

Graduate of a recognized paralegal program (equivalencies will be considered)

Minimum two years of experience in a similar role

Knowledge of Patrix IP Helpware is an asset

Knowledge of appropriate software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat

Previous experience in intellectual property, specifically in areas of patents and industrial designs

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills

We offer:

A competitive salary including individual performance bonus

Comprehensive coverage for health and wellness benefits

Access to group savings plans and investment options

Growth and development opportunities

Mentorship and support

A positive and inclusive work environment

Our Diversity Statement MLT Aikins is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive and diverse work setting. Our principles of diversity, equity and inclusion create a space for everyone to collaborate, allowing us to deliver excellent and increasingly innovative legal service to our clients. We encourage individuals of a diverse group to apply to our job postings.

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