Job Description
My client is a highly regarded firm within the intellectual property sector, recognised for its commitment to excellence, supportive culture and longstanding reputation. The firm offers a collaborative environment where staff are encouraged to thrive, supported by strong training, development and a healthy work/life balance. The firm continues to grow and provides a modern, flexible approach to working.
It is now seeking a Senior IP Legal Assistant to join its busy trade marks team on a 16-month fixed-term contract. This role will involve covering a mix of legal assistant and paralegal responsibilities, offering variety and exposure across both day-to-day case management and more senior, independent tasks. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone with strong IP trade mark experience who is looking to take on a challenging and rewarding position within a leading practice.
Key Responsibilities:
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1. Supporting fee earners with a broad range of trade mark formalities and paralegal tasks
2. Liaising with clients, foreign associates and trade mark offices to progress matters
3. Preparing, filing and reviewing trade mark applications and official forms at the UKIPO, EUIPO and WIPO
4. Drafting specifications, reviewing examination reports and preparing client correspondence
5. Managing deadlines, reminders and diary systems to ...