TRADE-MARK PARALEGAL

One of Calgary's major law firms is seeking a senior level trade-mark paralegal in the IP/IT practice group. They pride themselves ...
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TRADE-MARK PARALEGAL

One of Calgary's major law firms is seeking a senior level trade-mark paralegal in the IP/IT practice group. They pride themselves on having the best talent, legal and non-legal, and delivering the best service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• processing all incoming Canadian and foreign trade-mark office correspondence
• preparing and filing Canadian trade-mark applications
• preparing trade-mark prosecution responses for agents
• preparing correspondence to trade-mark offices worldwide
• Communicate and work closely with trade-mark paralegals in Ottawa office
• maintaining the daily IP Calgary due list
• preparing and filing assignments in Canada and other countries
• acting as primary contact for communication with foreign agents
• developing internal procedures, precedents and other related tools
• drafting correspondence to clients, foreign associates and trade-mark office personnel for agents' review
• overseeing filing and prosecution of foreign trade-mark applications through foreign associates
• docketing diaries and reminders
• preparing status reports to summarize client portfolios
• preparing and assembling data for complex cost estimate reports
• paying trade-mark office fees (maintenance fees, renewal fee
• opening and maintaining files
• perform legal assistant duties, as required.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years experience as a paralegal in the trade-mark area
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Solid knowledge of trade-mark legal practices
• Experience using IP management software would be an asset
• In depth knowledge of all stages of Canadian and foreign trade-mark prosecution
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
• Organized, demonstrates strong organizational skills in planning and prioritizing work, strong ability to multi-task
• Analytical - ability to gather and analyze information; to identify and resolve problems
• Quality -close attention to detail; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
• Interpersonal skills and initiative - ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Flexibility - ability to work to deadlines and cope with stress
• Very strong computer skills, particularly with Windows based computer systems including Microsoft Word, Adobe, email and database systems

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

At Urban Legal we focus exclusively on permanent employment placements within law firms, oil & gas companies and other private and public organizations. We are dedicated to helping our candidates find their ideal position within their ideal environment.

With over 300 staffing services in the city of Calgary alone, it can be difficult to choose a service that is going to be the best fit for you. We make sure that the right questions are asked so that our service consistently works to fulfill your needs.

Urban Legal is owned and operated by an experienced recruiter who has extensive experience in recruitment on a local and International level, which allows us to have an extensive network of candidates and companies look for that perfect fit. We pride ourselves on knowing the talent and who's looking. We give our candidates as many employment options as possible, we keep our candidates continuously informed of their job search and we advise on changes in the market.

Urban Legal has become known as being one of Calgary's top recruitment boutiques and we continue only to match if there is a fit. Please view our website at www.urbanrecruitment.ca for additional employment opportunities.

A mid sized professional and reputable law firm in the downtown core of Calgary seeks a highly motivated and energetic Foreclosures Paralegal ...
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A mid sized professional and reputable law firm in the downtown core of Calgary seeks a highly motivated and energetic Foreclosures Paralegal to become part of their top notch team! The successful candidate will have 3+ years of related experience and must possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills as this position involves a high degree of client contact. The successful candidate will be extremely organized, have the ability to multi-task while remaining focused, will possess good judgement, attention to detail and will be a team player who also has the ability to be productive when working independently.

This position offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package. Salary range will depend on years of experience.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

Extremely reputable law firm seeks an enthusiastic senior tax paralegal with strong litigation experience to assist in a very exciting tax legal ...
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Extremely reputable law firm seeks an enthusiastic senior tax paralegal with strong litigation experience to assist in a very exciting tax legal practice. The ideal candidate will have an exceptional and consistent track record and will have a minimum of 4 years legal experience in the area of tax law.

The successful paralegal will have exceptional technical skills, typing skills, strong organizational abilities, a positive attitude, must be a team player and also have the ability to work independently. A legal assistant diploma from a recognized legal assistant program would be considered an asset.

If you think that you have the drive and the motivation to assist with this dynamic legal tax practice, then we encourage you to apply.

Interested candidates may submit their resume in (WORD format)in strict confidence to careers@urbanrecruitment.ca, apply on-line or submit via fax to:403.264.9704.

LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT

One of Calgary's Leading Law Firms is currently recruiting for a Litigation Legal Assistant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible ...
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LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT

One of Calgary's Leading Law Firms is currently recruiting for a Litigation Legal Assistant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for clerical, administrative and general office duties, including:
- Drafting letters
- Document organization
- Preparation of litigation documents
- Maintaining records and filings
- Maintaining an up-to-date file and diary system
- Building a positive rapport with clients

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Highly organized
- Able to prioritize work
- Excellent attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Responds to everyday tasks with little supervision
- Maintains professionalism, confidentiality and discretion
- A strong team player; demonstration of a positive work ethic
- Ability to multi-task and handle a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

At Urban Legal we focus exclusively on permanent employment placements within law firms, oil & gas companies and other private and public organizations. We are dedicated to helping our candidates find their ideal position within their ideal environment.

With over 300 staffing services in the city of Calgary alone, it can be difficult to choose a service that is going to be the best fit for you. We make sure that the right questions are asked so that our service consistently works to fulfill your needs.

Urban Legal is owned and operated by an experienced recruiter who has extensive experience in recruitment on a local and International level, which allows us to have an extensive network of candidates and companies look for that perfect fit. We pride ourselves on knowing the talent and who's looking. We give our candidates as many employment options as possible, we keep our candidates continuously informed of their job search and we advise on changes in the market.

Urban Legal has become known as being one of Calgary's top recruitment boutiques and we continue only to match if there is a fit. Please view our website at www.urbanrecruitment.ca for additional employment opportunities.

Corporate Paralegal/Law Clerk

One of Calgary's International Company's is a company you can grow with. With over three decades of real estate and ...
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Corporate Paralegal/Law Clerk

One of Calgary's International Company's is a company you can grow with. With over three decades of real estate and land banking experience this company has expanded operations into seven different countries. As they continue to succeed, thier team must grow and they are currently looking to fill the position of Corporate Paralegal/Law Clerk.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the corporate records of the Company and its subsidiaries including a master list of entities, corporate structure charts and indexing contracts.
• Preparing minutes and resolutions relating to ordinary course matters, such as annual approvals, and to extraordinary matters, such as internal reorganizations.
• Attending to limited partnership registrations and filings.
• Coordinating with other internal departments and external service providers including outside counsel and agents.
• Preparing documentation and forms as required for incorporation, amendment, amalgamation, dissolution, business name filings, extra-provincial filings.
• Perform corporate searches including conducting NUANS searches.
• Preparing the necessary forms and documents for required filings such as annual returns, notices of change and Corporations Returns Act.
• Attending to execution of documentation.

Qualifications

• CORES levels 1, 2, and 3.
• Capable of working independently and possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently and also a team player.
• Advanced organizational and follow-up skills necessary to efficiently prioritize and complete a variety of tasks.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritizes multiple tasks, and meets deadlines.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and principles.
• Knowledge of ALF corporate records database and Visio would be an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office technology.
• Candidates will have post secondary education as a paralegal or law clerk coupled with a minimum of
• 7 years relevant experience with at least 3 years at the intermediate level within a law firm.

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities to grow and develop skills in multiple disciplines
• Fun, energetic co-workers who share the same core values and strategies
• Aligning with a pioneer and industry leader in the land banking and land management industry

Join their team of passionate, energetic, inspired staff. In an age of revolving doors in the job market, this is a place employees want to be for the long run. Now, experience the difference of integrity and professionalism for yourself.

If you are interested in this legal assistant position, please email your resume in (WORD format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca, apply on-line or Fax to: 403.264.9704.

At Urban Legal we focus exclusively on permanent employment placements within law firms, oil & gas companies and other private and public organizations. We are dedicated to helping our candidates find their ideal position within their ideal environment.

With over 300 staffing services in the city of Calgary alone, it can be difficult to choose a service that is going to be the best fit for you. We make sure that the right questions are asked so that our service consistently works to fulfill your needs.

Urban Legal is owned and operated by an experienced recruiter who has extensive experience in recruitment on a local and International level, which allows us to have an extensive network of candidates and companies look for that perfect fit. We pride ourselves on knowing the talent and who's looking. We give our candidates as many employment options as possible, we keep our candidates continuously informed of their job search and we advise on changes in the market.

Urban Legal has become known as being one of Calgary's top recruitment boutiques and we continue only to match if there is a fit. Please view our website at www.urbanrecruitment.ca for additional employment opportunities.

Boutique firm in the North West outskirts of downtown Calgary seeks an enthusiastic personal injury legal assistant for their exclusive, high profile ...
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Boutique firm in the North West outskirts of downtown Calgary seeks an enthusiastic personal injury legal assistant for their exclusive, high profile personal injury practice. The successful candidates will have at least 5 years of consistent personal injury experience and will possess a legal assistant diploma from a recognized institution. The successful candidate will have excellent technical skills and a positive attitude. This position offers career advancement and plenty of other opportunities to the right candidate. Your excellence will not go un-noticed as you are rewarded with a top of the line compensation and benefit package as well as yearly bonuses and paid parking.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

Medium sized, downtown and very reputable law firm is looking for a Securities Paralegal to add to their dynamic team of legal ...
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Medium sized, downtown and very reputable law firm is looking for a Securities Paralegal to add to their dynamic team of legal experts. The successful paralegal will have a minimum of 3 years experience in securities law, including experience with SEDAR, SEDI and the TSX. Our client is also willing to train those exceptional candidates that are currently working in a legal assistant capacity.

The successful paralegal will be a self-starting individual with a positive attitude and will possess the ability to see the big picture in all aspects of their position. This position requires that the successful paralegal participate in the operations of running the Securities department as efficiently as possible and participation is a requirement. This position also requires that the successful paralegal work as a team player as well as independently. There is plenty of additional training and schooling provided. The sky is the limit with this position.

Our client offers a top of the line compensation and benefit's package, RRSP's, a health and wellness bonus, a yearly bonus and holiday matching.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

Medium sized, down town and reputable law firm is looking for a intermediate to senior Corporate Paralegal to add to their dynamic ...
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Medium sized, down town and reputable law firm is looking for a intermediate to senior Corporate Paralegal to add to their dynamic team of legal professionals. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years experience in the field of corporate law with a legal assistant or paralegal diploma from a recognized institution and CORES level three designation.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starting individual with a positive attitude and will possess the ability to see the big picture in all aspects of the position. This position requires that the successful candidate participate in the operations of running the corporate department as efficiently as possible and participation is a requirement. This position also requires that the successful candidate work as a team player as well as independently as mentoring of other paralegals is a component of this position. There is excellent opportunity for advancement as well as a top of the industry compensation and benefits package. Our client also offers flex days, annual bonus incentives and a retirement saving plans.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

Exciting National law firm located in the heart of downtown Calgary, seeks a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join their exclusive group ...
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Exciting National law firm located in the heart of downtown Calgary, seeks a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join their exclusive group of real estate professionals.

We are ideally looking for a candidate with a minimum of 2 years experience working in the legal field as a commercial real estate paralegal. The ideal candidate will have a legal assistant or a paralegal diploma from a recognized institution and will be a self-starting individual with a positive attitude.

This position requires that the successful candidate participate in the operations of running the commercial real estate department as efficiently as possible and participation is a requirement. This position also requires that the successful candidate work as a team player as well as independently. There is excellent opportunity for advancement as well as a top level compensation and benefits package. Our client also offers bonus incentives and flex days.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

Exclusive opportunity available for a high profile Securities / Corporate Legal Assistant in Calgary.

Mid-size downtown Calgary law firm is looking for a ...
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Exclusive opportunity available for a high profile Securities / Corporate Legal Assistant in Calgary.

Mid-size downtown Calgary law firm is looking for a strong intermediate to senior securities/corporate legal assistant with an outstanding attitude to join their exclusive team of legal professionals. Our client consists of a senior partner and an intermediate associate whose busy practice consists entirely of securities and corporate law.

Our client is looking for a legal assistant who will have 4+ years of related experience, can work independently, must be an independent thinker and a self-starter.

The successful legal assistant will also possess a legal assistant diploma from a recognized institution and will have very strong technical skills. Knowledge of the SEDAR and SEDI filing system would be considered an asset. Our client offers a very comprehensive compensation and benefits package, yearly bonuses and a RRSP incentive program that is top of the line.

If you think that you have what it takes to join this team, we encourage you to apply. Please include any letters of reference with your application.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

One of Canada's leading international law firms seeks a corporate paralegal to join their exceptional team of legal professionals. Our client's Calgary ...
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One of Canada's leading international law firms seeks a corporate paralegal to join their exceptional team of legal professionals. Our client's Calgary office has a rapidly growing corporate group and they are seeking a paralegal with a minimum of 2 years related corporate legal experience.

The successful paralegal must possess a legal assistant or paralegal diploma from a recognized institution and a minimum of their Cores level one certification. It is essential that the successful paralegal demonstrates a positive attitude; works well within a team and has a keen ability to pay attention to detail as our client is committed to providing the very best service to clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to experience a leading edge practice at a firm, along with opportunities to advance your legal career.

Our client offers a top of the line compensation and benefits package, RRSP's and a yearly bonus incentive.

Qualified applicants are asked to please forward their resume in strict confidence (in Word format) to: careers@urbanrecruitment.ca; or apply on line or fax: 403-264-9704.

Very reputable residential real estate law firm located in the close outskirts of downtown, seeks an enthusiastic and dynamic residential real estate ...
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Very reputable residential real estate law firm located in the close outskirts of downtown, seeks an enthusiastic and dynamic residential real estate paralegal to become part of their evolving and exclusive team of legal professionals.