Intellectual Property Lawyer (Patent Prosecution)

Intellectual Property Lawyer (Patent Prosecution)

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Location: Kitchener, ON and/or Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Employment type: Full-time, permanent

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About the Role

Pulse Law is seeking a mid-level or senior IP Lawyer with a technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or software engineering to join our fast-growing law firm and help build and grow our intellectual property practice. The primary focus of the role is preparing, filing, and prosecuting patent applications for innovative and IP-driven businesses. The successful candidate will also support clients on broader IP matters, including IP strategy, deal support, and IP-related contracting, and will have experience in these areas or a strong interest in developing skills in them. They will bring strong technical and strategic judgment, excellent drafting and communication skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset, while thriving in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file patent applications in Canada, the United States, and other jurisdictions, particularly in the AI, software, electrical, and computer fields, working closely with inventors to understand inventions and develop strong claim strategies.
• Prosecute patent applications before the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and other patent offices, including responding to office actions and managing examiner communications and deadlines.
• Advise clients on IP matters, including IP strategy, patentability, freedom to operate, ownership, and risk management.
• Assist with the drafting and negotiation of IP-related agreements, including licensing, technology, development, assignment, confidentiality, and other commercial agreements.
• Provide deal support on the IP aspects of corporate and commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, investments, and other strategic transactions, with a focus on IP due diligence and transaction execution.
• Manage day-to-day IP matters, including patent and trademark portfolio management, ownership and assignment issues, and IP considerations arising in business operations.
• Collaborate with the corporate practice on transactions involving IP assets and considerations, ensuring IP issues are effectively integrated into broader corporate and commercial strategies.
• Organize client files, maintain internal databases, and ensure accurate record-keeping for ongoing matters.
• Coordinate with internal teams to manage deadlines, deliverables, and client priorities effectively.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, providing timely, professional, and commercially focused advice and responses to inquiries.
• Contribute to the growth of the IP practice through client relationship development, networking, thought leadership, and other business development initiatives.

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Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Registration as a Canadian patent agent and U.S. patent agent.
• Trademark experience is an asset.
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on patent drafting, filing, and prosecution.
• A technical background in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or software engineering.
• Experience in, or a demonstrated commitment to developing skills in IP strategy, deal support, and IP-related contracting, such as licensing, technology, development, assignment, confidentiality, and other commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of IP issues relevant to technology-driven and innovative businesses, with the ability to provide practical, commercially focused advice.
• Proficiency in using IP research and technology tools.
• Interest in helping drive adoption and development of process and technology innovations in IP services.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information to clients clearly and effectively.
• Excellent client service skills.
• A strong work ethic, detail-oriented and proactive.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team while managing multiple matters and deadlines.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and client-focused approach, with an interest in working in a growing and evolving law firm.

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Why Join Us

At Pulse Law LLP, we’re redefining what it means to build a modern legal career. Our firm is founded on innovation, excellence, and belonging - values that drive us to challenge convention and deliver exceptional results. We work with ambitious companies, investors, and strategic buyers at every stage of growth, and we’ve built our firm to reflect the same qualities we value in our clients: forward-thinking, collaborative, entrepreneurial, and unafraid to challenge the status quo.

We bring that same mindset to our team. You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers, have direct access to mentorship and coaching, and receive individualized support to grow your career, along with a clear and attainable path to partnership. We offer enhanced benefits, paid parental leave top-up, and progressive policies designed to support inclusion, well-being, and flexibility. We give our team access to the latest tools and take an agile approach to process and IP product innovation, which allows us to offer our clients unparalleled quality of service and innovative delivery. If you’re looking for sophisticated work, meaningful growth, and a team that’s genuinely building something new, Pulse is the place to do it.

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Accessibility

Pulse Law LLP is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please email us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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Artificial Intelligence Disclaimer

All applications received by our organization are evaluated exclusively by qualified personnel. We do not utilize AI, machine learning, or automated screening technologies at any stage of our candidate selection process.

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To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to Olivia Rogalla at [email protected].