Gowling WLG

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Diversity, equity and inclusion are an integral part of the firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. GOWLING WLG HAMILTON Conveniently located between Toronto and Niagara Falls, Hamilton offers big city amenities in a community driven atmosphere. It is truly the best of both worlds. The city boasts amazing trails, waterfalls and other green space, robust public transit, a distinctive culinary scene and year-round festivals and sporting events. Hamilton is also home to some of the top-ranked post-secondary institutions in the world, and its economy is increasingly driven by entrepreneurial, tech and health care innovation. In short, Hamilton is a terrific place to live and work. OPPORTUNITIES The Gowling WLG Hamilton office is currently seeking a Patent Agent to join its dynamic Intellectual Property Group and contribute to one of the most disruptive partnerships between research, the law and private industry anywhere in the world.   The successful candidate will ideally possess a degree in engineering sciences such as mechanical, electrical or computer engineering, or a related discipline, and have at least 2-3 years experience as a registered agent drafting and prosecuting patent applications within this subject matter field. APPLICATION DETAILS Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.   Interested candidates should forward their resumes, in confidence via the career page on our website: https://gowlingwlg.com/en/careers/canada/ Gowling WLG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work together as a team, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.   PROFILE We are currently recruiting for a senior level Legal Administrative Assistant to join our fast paced team. The incumbent will provide support to professionals within the Entertainment and Sports Law Group.   RESPONSIBILITIES The incumbent’s responsibilities may include and are not limited to the following: Manage all expenses in a timely manner and with utmost care, following up on reimbursements, as required Strong e-filing skills – takes interest in parties/subject matter in order to enhance abilities in this area, ensuring that files are descriptive for easy retrieval Tracking of execution of multiple agreements through practice management systems Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with senior executive contacts/clients Organizes and facilitates meetings, special events, books appointments, airfare, hotel arrangements and confirms reservations, attendance and agendas. Provides executive administrative support and follow-up on matters on behalf of professional Thoroughly manages calendars and contacts, and is able to heavily implement and maintain practice management systems on behalf of busy professionals Liaise with Billing Clerk to effectively prepare accounts, manage pre-bills and billing process, having a strong working proficiency with all accounting and billing procedures Manage File Opening and Conflict processes and correspondence that goes with each process Strong knowledge of general office procedures, office systems, file management and associated policies Confidentiality, discretion and a high degree of professionalism are critical due to sensitive client high profile material and information Take instruction, prioritize incoming work, follow through on assignments and manage ongoing tasks A fundamental understanding of French, would be an asset Any other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS Graduate from a recognized Legal Secretarial, Law Clerk or Administrative/Executive Assistant program with at least 8+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant Interest in and understanding of entertainment and sports law Thorough knowledge of contracts and contract procedures Exceptional interpersonal skills with a high degree of professionalism and discretion, having the ability to communicate in a professional, efficient manner with clients and external contacts, as well as internally throughout the firm Strong attention to detail with exceptional proofreading abilities Must be pro-active with exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities Fast and accurate typing speed, who produces a high quality product and takes pride in their work Excellent oral and written communication skills, including a strong knowledge of grammar, and exceptional spelling Ability to deal with pressure, changing priorities and multi-tasking, and be open to learning and employing new concepts and work styles Ability to work well in a team as well as independently, especially with lawyers who have international practices Ability to excel in a deadline-driven environment and the ability to work after hours, sometimes on short notice, in order to meet deadlines Excellent proficiency with Word 2016, Outlook, iManage, PowerPoint, Excel and Expert Time   Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to equity, diversity and inclusion, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. OPPORTUNITY Gowling WLG’s Calgary office is currently seeking two motivated Associate Lawyers with 1-4 years of commercial litigation experience to join its dynamic Advocacy Group. The candidate will work closely with strong teammates, senior advocates and great mentors to provide exceptional service. The ideal candidate must have proven client management skills, strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills, and be prepared to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients. If you are a junior or mid-level associate looking for a great opportunity, this could be the career move for you. APPLICATION DETAILS Interested candidates should forward their resumes, including academic records, in confidence via the career page on our website. Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. PROFILE Working within our Advocacy group with a focus on commercial litigation, the Legal Administrative Assistant will perform full legal administrative responsibilities in a confidential nature for one or more professionals. RESPONSIBILITIES Organizing and expediting the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate. Working proactively in the day-to-day support of the professional's practice. Accurately preparing legal documents and correspondence with minimal direction. Transcribing and typing legal documents and correspondence. Liaising between the legal professionals and various internal and external individuals and clients. Managing the professional’s calendar, including travel arrangements. Preparing expense reports. Preparing and organizing meeting and briefing materials for the professional. Preparing litigation documents, including Books of Authorities, Compendium of Argument. Supporting the practice group in monitoring billing matters and undertaking of administrative tasks Any other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS Relevant post secondary education (such as Administrative Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma) coupled with a minimum of three years in a legal environment. Experience in civil litigation is an asset. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Litigation management programs is an asset. Experience with the Ontario Superior Court, the Information Privacy Commissioner, the Human Rights Tribunal and/or any health colleges would be an asset. Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner. Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strong written, oral and verbal communication skills. Strong organization and time management skills. Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset. Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work structure. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. PROFILE Working within our Advocacy group the Legal Administrative Assistant will perform full legal administrative responsibilities in a confidential nature for one or more professionals. RESPONSIBILITIES Organizing and expediting the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate. Working proactively in the day-to-day support of the professional's practice. Accurately preparing legal documents and correspondence with minimal direction. Transcribing and typing legal documents and correspondence. Liaising between the legal professionals and various internal and external individuals and clients. Managing the professional’s calendar, including travel arrangements. Preparing expense reports. Preparing and organizing meeting and briefing materials for the professional. Preparing litigation documents, including Books of Authorities, Compendium of Argument. Supporting the practice group in monitoring billing matters and undertaking of administrative tasks Any other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS Relevant post secondary education (such as Administrative Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma) coupled with a minimum of three years in a legal environment. Experience in litigation is an asset. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of the Quebec court system is required. Knowledge of Litigation management programs is an asset. Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner. Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strong written, oral and verbal communication skills. Strong organization and time management skills. Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.   Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work structure. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm’s core values. We are always striving to build a more equitable, engaging and rewarding workplace by attracting and retaining talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks, paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business services team members work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. PROFILE Performs full legal administrative work of a responsible and confidential nature for one or more professionals for our Advocacy department. This position receives some direction or guidance; most tasks and objectives are accomplished independently. RESPONSIBILITIES Organize and expedite the flow of work through the Professional’s office, initiating follow-up action. Prepare: Legal documents with little or no direction according to general precedents or instructions from Professional. Letters, memos, etc. of a confidential nature, which may be drafted independently for review by supervisor or may be prepared from dictation or hard copy. Liaise between the Professional’s various internal and external individuals, groups, and clients at all levels. Forward or respond to routine correspondence not requiring the Professional’s attention. Manage the bring-forward or diary system/database to ensure important dates/deadlines are met. Prepare special reports, which may include gathering, analyzing and summarizing data. Exercise initiative and judgment to relieve Professional of administrative detail. Create, monitor and maintain client files for better file management and client service. Coordinate administrative tasks e.g.: accounting; opening and closing files; docketing; billing; etc... Any other duties as required.   QUALIFICATIONS Legal Assistant Certificate/Diploma. Eight (8) years or more as a Legal Administrative Assistant. Fluent bilingualism (French/English). Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential information. Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines. Able to prioritize and to redefine priorities when necessary. Handle stress in a business-like manner. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Gowling Wlg   At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.   When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.   Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.   Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.   PROFILE   Gowling WLG’s Ottawa office is currently seeking a motivated Trademark Lawyer to join its dynamic Intellectual Property Group. The Intellectual Property Department provides a variety of legal services with respect to the usage, protection and enforcement of intellectual property.   The ideal candidate should have at least 3 to 5 years trademark prosecution and trademark enforcement experience. The candidate must also have experience drafting domain name complaints and be comfortable with online enforcement matters. The candidate must have excellent writing and communication skills and be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment.   APPLICATION DETAILS   Interested candidates should forward their resumes, including academic records, in confidence via the career page on our website.   Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.   Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.   Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.   While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via the legal job board.