NOC 42200 · TEER Level 2

Trademark agents

Trademark agents advise clients on intellectual property matters.

Also known as:registered trademark agenttrademark agentAdjudications SpecialistAdjudicatorAdministrative Hearing OfficerAdministrative Hearings OfficerAdministrative JudgeAdministrative Law JudgeAppeals ExaminerAppeals Officer
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TEER 2

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NB, SK, ON

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What They Do

  • Advise clients on intellectual property matters and represent clients before the Registrar of Trade-Marks on matters including prosecution of applications for registration of trademarks
  • Advise on the registrability of trademarks, trademark licensing requirements, transfer of intellectual property and protection of existing trademark rights
  • Represent clients at proceedings before the Trade Marks Opposition Board and in related proceedings
  • May represent clients internationally in consultation with foreign associates and attorneys.

Qualifications

  • checkTo be licensed, trademark agents are required to work in the area of trademark law, including the preparation and prosecution of trademark applications for registration, for two years andto successfully complete the examination conducted jointly by the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada and the Registrar of Trade-Marks, Canadian Intellectual Property Office oreither one of the above and to be a lawyer entitled to practise in Canada.
  • checkTrademark agents require registration with the federal Trade-Mark Office.

Market Outlook by Province

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New Brunswick

The employment outlook will be Good for paralegals and related occupations (NOC 42200) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Paralegals and related occupations are employed by law firms, court offices, and legal departments in the public and private sectors. Self-employment is also common in this occupation.A growing and ageing population with an increasing demand for legal services should support demand for paralegals and related occupations. Employers usually require a Paralegal or Legal Administration diploma. Paralegals are not provincially regulated but a membership in the Canadian Association of Paralegals (CAP) or the Paralegal Society of Canada (PSC) may enhance job prospects. Licensing may be required to perform certain legal services.Experience with industry-specific technologies, such as e-discovery technology, case management, and litigation software, is sometimes required by employers. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is also common in job postings.Opportunities will be greater for those who speak both English and French. Here are some key facts about paralegals and related occupations in New Brunswick: Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Paralegals and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors: Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 49%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 31%Legal services (NAICS 5411): 15% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 89% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 11% compared to 16% for all occupations63% of paralegals and related occupations work all year, while 37% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 11% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 89% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 8% compared to 30% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 47% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 22% compared to 16% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 7% for all occupations

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Saskatchewan

The employment outlook will be Good for paralegals and related occupations (NOC 42200) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about paralegals and related occupations in Saskatchewan: Approximately 600 people work in this occupation. Paralegals and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors: Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 57%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 21%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 16% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 88% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 12% compared to 19% for all occupations84% of paralegals and related occupations work all year, while 16% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 17% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 83% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 16% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 21% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 7% for all occupations

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ON

Ontario

The employment outlook will be Moderate for paralegals and related occupations (NOC 42200) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.What Types of Employers Are Out There?Public administrationLegal servicesWhat are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?Steady demand for legal services overall may help support work in this occupationDemand for more affordable legal services, though paralegals can only offer a certain scope of servicesWhat Skills Do I Need to Succeed?The Law Society of Ontario regulates and licenses paralegals in Ontario.Here are some key facts about paralegals and related occupations in Ontario: Approximately 21,000 people work in this occupation. Paralegals and related occupations mainly work in the following sectors: Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 27%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 25%Legal services (NAICS 5411): 23%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 23% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 91% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations74% of paralegals and related occupations work all year, while 26% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 18% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 82% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 25% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 50% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 33% compared to 24% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 9% compared to 13% for all occupations

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