About the role
Baker & McKenzie.Wong & Leow is looking for a Paralegal to assist the lawyers on a wide range of patent and trademark matters within our Intellectual Property practice group.
Patent Prosecution:
- Conduct prior art and patentability searches.
- Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications through to grant.
- Coordinate filings in other jurisdictions.
- Calculate, docket, and track deadlines.
- Review specifications and official communications, including search and examination reports.
- Assist with patent due diligence exercises.
- Communicate and advise clients on patent laws, procedures, and strategies.
- Prepare fee estimates and client correspondence.
Trademark Portfolio Management:
- Prepare cost estimates and conduct trademark searches.
- File new applications in Singapore and international applications under the Madrid Protocol, including drafting specifications.
- Advise clients on strategies, office actions, and available courses of action.
- Draft submissions and handle legal-related queries.
- Coordinate global trademark filings.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist with recordal projects, opposition matters, IP due diligence exercises, and business development activities.
- Ensure accurate time entry and billing.
About the Candidate
- Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification/experience, or Diploma in Law.
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
- Self-starter with a proactive and positive attitude toward work.
- Comfortable working across multiple cultures and time zones.
- Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and team spirit.
- High degree of attention to detail and excellent project management skills.
- Contributes to the effective functioning of the team.
