Intellectual Property Associate

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) is seeking an Associate with two to five years of intellectual property (IP) experience to join our top-ranked practice group in the Toronto office. The ideal candidate would have an interest in corporate and commercial transactions and have written at least one of the patent agent exams. Blakes intellectual property (IP) lawyers and agents work closely with our clients, advising on all aspects of commercializing, prosecuting and enforcing IP rights. Across industry sectors, businesses generate and acquire valuable IP that requires protection. Our team possesses wide-ranging expertise in all aspects of IP, including patents, trademarks, copyright, industrial designs and trade secrets. This specialized expertise includes IP portfolio management, licensing arrangements, regulatory compliance and legislative interpretation. For more information on the Blakes IP group, please visit www.blakes.com. Please submit your application, with cover letter, résumé and transcripts (both undergraduate and law school transcripts are mandatory) to the attention of Kari Abrams, Chief People Officer, by clicking submit application. Blakes thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Other Relevant Application Information Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation. While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening, and evaluating applications. About Blakes At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

Advise clients on the commercialization, prosecution, and enforcement of intellectual property rights. Manage IP portfolios and handle licensing arrangements and regulatory compliance across various industry sectors.

Requires two to five years of intellectual property experience and an interest in corporate and commercial transactions. Candidates must have written at least one patent agent exam and provide both undergraduate and law school transcripts.

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• Intellectual Property Law
• Patent Prosecution
• Trademark Law
• Copyright Law
• Industrial Design
• Trade Secrets
• IP Portfolio Management
• Licensing Arrangements
• Regulatory Compliance
• Legislative Interpretation
• Corporate Transactions
• Commercial Transactions

• Legal
• Consulting

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 19, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate