Commercial IP Transaction Attorney (Physical/Hardware Materials Experience)

Overview

A rapidly scaling advanced materials company is seeking a Commercial IP/Generalist Attorney with experience negotiating deals involving materials and hardware. This role supports a lean legal team during a high-growth phase and involves working with a diverse and evolving product suite that drives a wide range of commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and support agreements including NDAs, distribution and formation agreements, university collaborations, evaluation agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Provide practical, business-aligned legal advice focused on protecting core intellectual property without over-complicating deals.
• Collaborate with non-legal stakeholders by delivering clear, actionable guidance.
• Assist across various legal areas as needed, leveraging relevant knowledge and experience.

Requirements

• Experience in commercial intellectual property law, particularly with materials and hardware-related deals.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide clear guidance to non-legal teams.
• Adaptable, low ego, and willing to engage in diverse legal matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercially minded attorney with strong IP instincts.
• Experience supporting startup or high-growth companies.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a remote position with an ASAP start date.
• Expected commitment of 30-40 hours per week.
• Initial contract duration of 3+ months.
• Hourly rate between $105 and $115, commensurate with qualifications, skillset, and experience.

Location

• Remote

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Additional Information

• The employer complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Background checks are not conducted prior to an offer of employment.