Why become an Fogler, Rubinoff ("FR") team member?
At FR, one of our fundamental objectives is to keep our employees and their families healthy - physically, emotionally, and financially. To ensure the health and wellness of all our team members, we offer our Law Clerk, Staff and Support team members a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health, dental, "flex" health care spending, disability insurance, a robust Employee and Family Assistance Program, an annual fitness allowance and an RRSP matching program.
All our team members enjoy flexible working schedules, and most positions are eligible to participate in our hybrid workplace structure, attending to the office 2-3 days per week. Our team members also receive a generous Time Away from Work package, including flexible paid Personal Time Off, Volunteer time, paid Birthday, Moving Day, and more.
We believe in recognizing and rewarding our team members through our Milestone Anniversary Bonus program and our monthly acknowledgement of service excellence through our peer-to-peer "FRecognition" program.All team members enjoy complimentary on-site breakfast and snacks twice a week, and are invited to attend our annual events such as our Summer Gathering, Staff Appreciation Week, and our Holiday party.
We support continued professional development and encourage professional and personal growth through our "FR Academy", a learning management system offering a variety of online educational modules that cater to enhancing our internal training and learning culture.
Trademark Clerk Job Description:
Our firm is seeking a Trademark Clerk with 2-3 years of recent trademark experience to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing roster of clients while providing exceptional, responsive, and timely service. Our team works with a diverse range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to emerging businesses and entrepreneurs, and takes pride in delivering high-quality, client-focused service.
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and a high volume of work. They will work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrate initiative and adaptability, and provide support on domestic and foreign trademark matters.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drafting/filing trademark applications and reporting post-filing correspondence;
- Coordinating trademark filings outside Canada;
- Responding to technical objections raised by Canadian Examiners;
- Filing trademark registration renewal requests;
- Processing correspondence regarding S. 45 and opposition matters;
- Preparing and filing extension of time requests;
- Updating docketing system; and
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications/Skills:
- 2-3 years of recent trademark experience.
- Patent law experience is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational, administrative, and time management skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of work efficiently and prioritize competing demands.
- Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm, adaptability, and ability to shift priorities quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively and contribute effectively as part of a team.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Solid research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, document management systems.
- Experience with patent and trademark software (e.g., Pattsy, Alt Legal) is considered an asset.
- Completion of Law Clerk program recognized by the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) and a member in good standing with ILCO considered an asset.
Want to join our FR team?
Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume in confidence to hrdepartment@foglers.com. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, people with disabilities, members of racialized communities, and people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
Compensation:
The expected annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$75,000.00. Compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the successful candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job-related knowledge. We are committed to equitable and competitive compensation that aligns with internal salary structures and external market benchmarks. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
