Paralegal, Trademarks and Patents at Western Digital in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Company Description At Western Digital, we are on a mission to unlock the potential of data so people, companies and organizations everywhere can create what's next. To fulfill our vision, we are always on the lookout for potential team members who share our passion for solving problems to empower others. When you join Western Digital, you join a legacy more than 50 years in the making. Across our Western Digital, SanDisk, SanDisk Professional, WD and WD_BLACK brands, we have brought some of the most storied advancements in memory and data storage technology to market-and our best, most innovative work is yet to come. From energizing gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Here's how you can help. Job Description Job Summary: Western Digital's intellectual property (including patents, trademarks, designs, logos and slogans) are valuable assets that are vital to the Company's success and reputation, allowing Western Digital to distinguish itself in a competitive market. Western Digital's global Patent and Trademark teams focus on obtaining, protecting and managing its ever-expanding patent and trademark portfolios. This role will be responsible for supporting both the Trademark and Patent legal functions, working alongside senior attorneys and program manager for the strategic development of Western Digital's worldwide IP portfolios. The position reports to the Company's Senior Program Manager responsible for global Trademark prosecution. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Trademark Prosecution: + Support the management of the Company's global trademark portfolio, including preparation of applications, maintenance of the portfolio and identification and escalation of certain related matters and issues within the Trademark team. + Partner with attorneys and program manager to implement procedures, improvements and safeguards for maintaining the docket and timely responding to USPTO and foreign trademark registry requirements. + Collaborate with internal clients to obtain information and drive the trademark application lifecycle from clearance to drafting to registration and maintenance in order to meet time-sensitive deadlines. + Support trademark opposition and cancellation actions, including actions before the TTAB To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account