Canadian Trademark Agent / Attorney – Remote Filing Role
Worldwide
We are seeking a qualified Canadian trademark professional to join our growing international filing network. We currently work with one of the largest trademark filing platforms in Asia and have successfully established a U.S. trademark filing network that now processes more than 1,500 trademark applications per month through a team of U.S. attorneys. We are now expanding our Canadian trademark practice and are looking for a long-term Canadian representative to support this growth. The Opportunity The current Canadian filing volume is approximately 10–15 trademark applications per month, but this is a relatively new service offering and we expect substantial growth over time based on our experience in the U.S. market. The role is designed to minimise administrative burden while ensuring that the Canadian trademark professional retains full control over the filing process and professional responsibilities. How the Process Works Applications originate from established international IP agencies and their clients. Our platform performs extensive pre-processing and validation before the application reaches Canadian counsel. For example: Goods and services descriptions are automatically classified and generated into a format compatible with Canada's filing requirements. Applicant information and supporting data are pre-checked before submission. Required filing documents are prepared in advance. As an example, our system can automatically generate goods and services specification data in an XML format compliant with Canada's official filing system. The Canadian trademark professional is responsible for: Reviewing the application details; Completing applicant particulars within the Canadian filing system; Uploading the prepared goods and services classification information; Conducting any review necessary to satisfy themselves that they are comfortable proceeding with the filing; Submitting the application. Compensation $70 USD per filing Long-term ongoing engagement Flexible workload No marketing, client acquisition, or billing responsibilities Requirements Licensed Canadian trademark agent or lawyer authorized to represent applicants before the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) Good standing with the relevant regulatory body Reliable and responsive Comfortable working with online filing systems and technology platforms Why Join Us? Proven high-volume filing operation Existing international client base Growing Canadian practice with significant expansion potential Streamlined technology designed to reduce administrative effort Long-term relationship opportunity To Apply Please provide: Confirmation of your professional qualification and status. A brief summary of your trademark experience. Your preferred monthly filing capacity. Confirmation that you would be willing to participate in a short introductory interview and platform demonstration. We look forward to hearing from qualified Canadian trademark professionals interested in building a long-term relationship as our Canadian filing practice expands.
$700.00
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- Remote Job
- One-time projectProject Type
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- United KingdomStanford Rivers10:40 AM
- $24K total spent14 hires, 4 active
- 494 hours
- Small company (2-9 people)
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