Paralegal 3

Intellectual Property Legal Group Operations

We are looking for a dynamic addition to our Intellectual Property (IP) team. Someone who is flexible and curious with no "sharp elbows."

Come join our expanding group of 22 IP professionals, managing a diverse global portfolio of patents and trademarks. We are looking to add an experienced paralegal to support our IP Operations team. The IP Operations team provides support to our team of IP attorneys, agents, and managers, and handles the daily operations of patent and trademark portfolio management, outside firm management, training, docketing, budgeting, invoice review, annuities, patent analysis and searching.

Patent:

• Patent portfolio management includingbilling, analytics, research,and docketing.
• Coordinate with internal and external counsel on U.S. and international patent filingsand patent prosecution.

Trademark:

• Trademark portfolio management including renewals, billing, and docketing.
• Coordinate with internal and external counsel on U.S. and international trademark filings and prosecution, and partner with business units to review and clear product names and collect specimens of use for trademark renewals.

General Operations:

• Develop and maintain procedures and playbooks.
• Database management and database workflow development.
• Assist on special legal, IP, and analytics projects.
• Prepare quarterly IP newsletter.
• Training regarding Lam procedures and IP portfolio management system will be provided; however, the candidate is expected to have prior experience handling most of the responsibilities described above.

• A minimum of 4 years of experience as a patent and trademark paralegal in a corporate legal department or a private law firm working with corporate clients.
• Bachelor's Degreerequired; Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Be intellectually curious, creative, innovative, and approachable.

• Have detailed knowledge of the patent and trademark prosecution lifecycles.
• Have detailed knowledge of patent and trademark laws in the U.S. and international jurisdictions, including the Madrid System.

• Exceptional attention to detail, writing, research, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office and similar technologies including portfolio management systems and USPTO Patent Center, TEAS, and TSDR systems.
• Fluency in written and spoken English with the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues around the world.
• Commitment to diversity and a respect for others and Lam's core values.

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.