Intellectual Property Associate

Blakes

$100K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of intellectual property experience
  • Interest in corporate and commercial transactions
  • Completion of at least one patent agent exam
  • Expertise in patents, trademarks, copyright, industrial designs, and trade secrets
  • Experience in IP portfolio management and licensing arrangements

Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on commercializing and enforcing IP rights
  • Manage and protect IP portfolios for various business sectors
  • Assist in the prosecution of patent applications
  • Interpret and ensure compliance with IP-related regulations
  • Develop licensing arrangements for IP assets

Benefits

  • Inclusive work environment that values diversity
  • Accommodation for applicants with disabilities
  • Access to continuous professional development
  • Engagement with a top-ranked practice group
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of IP matters
Full Job Description
Overview

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) is seeking an Associate with two to five years of intellectual property (IP) experience to join our top-ranked practice group in the Toronto office. The ideal candidate would have an interest in corporate and commercial transactions and have written at least one of the patent agent exams.

Blakes intellectual property (IP) lawyers and agents work closely with our clients, advising on all aspects of commercializing, prosecuting and enforcing IP rights. Across industry sectors, businesses generate and acquire valuable IP that requires protection. Our team possesses wide-ranging expertise in all aspects of IP, including patents, trademarks, copyright, industrial designs and trade secrets. This specialized expertise includes IP portfolio management, licensing arrangements, regulatory compliance and legislative interpretation.

For more information on the Blakes IP group, please visit www.blakes.com .

  • Other Relevant Application Information

    Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

    While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening, and evaluating applications.

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