Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada’s corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and Recent York.

Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.

We are seeking a Patent Prosecution Clerk to join our leading and growing Intellectual Property Department in our Ottawa office. This full-time position is open to candidates with prior knowledge and understanding of foreign patent workflow and processes (including but not limited to U.S. patents, and Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) International patents). Seeking candidates with at least 2-3 years of hands‑on experience.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities

Maintain docketing, reminder, and bring-forward systems to track foreign patent prosecution deadlines and ensure timely follow‑up by legal professionals

Open records, data entry and review in IP database (Inprotech)

File U.S. provisional and PCT International patent applications using their online filing platforms

Coordinate the filing of foreign patent applications through foreign associates

Communicate directly with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO),



World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO), and foreign associates on behalf of clients and legal professionals regarding status, maintenance and advancement of patent examination and prosecution

Draft correspondence, letters, and memos for review by a legal professional

Communicate directly with clients such as reporting routine matters

Administering formality requirements

Coordinate and track the approval and payment of foreign associate invoices

Facilitate the entering of tariffs and government fees into our billing system

Review of pre‑bills, including routing of pre‑bills to legal professionals for approval

Perform other duties as assigned

Position Requirements
Education and Experience
An undergraduate degree or diploma in business administration, law clerk or similar would be an asset. However, an equivalent combination of education, training and on‑the‑job experience will be acceptable.

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to obtain, clarify, present, and discuss information pertinent to assignment in a clear and concise manner

Proficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Accuracy of work product and excellent attention to detail

Strong communication, interpersonal,



and client service skills

Ability to multi‑task and prioritize

Advanced organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills to interact/collaborate with various group members; partnered with ability to take initiative and work independently

Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of information

We are currently working in a hybrid work arrangement, which includes a requirement to work primarily in the office and flexibility to work remotely up to 1 day per week.
Compensation
Therange of expected compensation for this position is $ 60,000 - $ 80,000 annually. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of factors including job-related knowledge, education, skills and experience.

Accessibility and Accommodation
We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.

Please note that we use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.

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📌 Patent Prosecution Clerk (Quebec City)
🏢 Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt
📍 Quebec City