Coordinate global patent prosecution at Gowling WLG using meticulous filing, deadline management, and intellectual property knowledge. This contract role ends in June 2027.
As a Patent Coordinator, you will support domestic and foreign patent prosecution for Gowling WLG’s Intellectual Property Group. Your work will include Canadian, United States, and international patent practices, qualified communication, and detailed document preparation. The position requires managing multiple deadlines across jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and finalize Canadian and United States patent filings
- Coordinate foreign filing instructions with associates worldwide
- Review abstracts, specifications, claims, and drawings
- Relay examiner reports and coordinate required submissions
- Monitor diaries, reports, deadlines, and appropriate follow-up
Requirements:
- Law Clerk or Legal Administrative Diploma
- Three to five years of related experience
- Knowledge of Canadian, international, United States, European, and PCT practices
- Strong prioritization, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and intellectual property databases
Apply your patent filing, prosecution coordination, and deadline management expertise within Gowling WLG’s international Intellectual Property Group.