Overview

Our Trade Mark Prosecution Department has a vacant position for a qualified Attorney. We are looking for a young, energetic and highly driven candidate to become part of this well established and growing practice. The ideal candidate is confident with excellent written and oral communication abilities, ability to handle multiple priorities and a good understanding of  client needs.  If you enjoy prosecution work and have the desire to take your career to the next level, then this is for you. This role represents a great opportunity within a challenging and professional environment.

Key responsibilities of the Trade Mark Associate will include, but not limited to:

-  Drafting legal documents i.e. opinions, contracts, agreements, letters of demand and articles;

-  Monthly invoicing of fees and disbursements;

-  Compilation of quotes;

-  Trade Mark filing and prosecution;

-  File and document management (uploading documents, device marks, correspondences, info for efiling, endorsements, managing/ monitoring notes);

-  Liaising with clients and agents;

-  Attending consultations with council;

-  Assistance in the day to day running of the practice.

Minimum requirements:

-  Completed LLB with 2 years of Clerkship served in an IP firm;

-  Admitted Attorney;

-  Knowledge and understanding of Trade Marks is essential;

-  Experience in and ability to do legal research and draft opinions;

-  Fully computer literate on Ms Office (Knowledge Patricia will be advantageous);

-  Excellent written & oral communication skills and good command of English;

-  Must be able to multi-task;

-  Able to work independently;

-  Deadline driven;

-  Good team player;

-  Good interpersonal skills;

-  Personal development abilities;

-  Client focused;

-  Good negotiation skills;

-  Able to maintain an orderly working environment;

-  Punctual and reliable;

-  Good work ethics