Legal Counsel, IP & Technology

Overview

This role is for a business-oriented intellectual property attorney joining an expanding legal team. The position supports a high-growth phase for consumer mobile software applications and hardware devices, including Tile and Pet GPS.

You will be the first dedicated IP counsel and help shape IP strategy for a category-leading consumer business. The role reports to the Deputy General Counsel for Commercial, Litigation & IP and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Finance, Product, Privacy, Engineering, and Marketing.

The position is US-based and can be performed remotely within the US.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the patent portfolio, including:
  • Working with outside counsel and legal service providers to respond to office actions
  • Supporting freedom-to-operate/product clearance analysis
  • Working with internal clients to identify inventions for patent applications
• Manage and develop the trademark portfolio, including:
  • Working with outside counsel and legal service providers to support trademark prosecution and enforcement
  • Identifying key jurisdictions for trademark protections
  • Working with marketing on knock-out checks
• Advise clients and business partners on transactional intellectual property matters related to trademarks, patents, trade secrets, licensing, and portfolio strategy
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements involving the use, transfer, protection, development, and commercialization of intellectual property assets
• Provide legal guidance on open source licenses
• Provide advice on trademark and patent issues arising in commercial transactions, product development, and business initiatives
• Review social media marketing for IP and consumer protection compliance
• Support due diligence efforts for corporate transactions by identifying intellectual property risks, ownership considerations, and compliance concerns
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align legal recommendations with business objectives while protecting valuable IP rights
• Monitor legal developments affecting patent and trademark transactions and apply those insights to client counseling and contract strategy

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited US law school
• Membership in good standing in at least one state bar
• At least 5 years of legal experience at a national or regional law firm with a strong focus on patent prosecution for consumer software and hardware technology
• Demonstrated background in IP counseling, including trademark, patent, and open source matters
• Experience and/or interest in drafting, revising, and negotiating complex contracts involving intellectual property rights
• Demonstrated interest in using AI-powered tools and leveraging technology to improve efficiency
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a technical discipline (e.g., computer science)
• Additional experience as in-house counsel at a consumer tech company
• Trademark prosecution experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (US-based): $130k to $200k annually
• Final base pay may vary depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits, as well as equity

Additional Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans (100% paid for employees)
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan with company matching program
• Mental Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous time off: flexible PTO, companywide holidays throughout the year plus summer and winter shutdowns
• Learning & Development programs
• Equipment, tools, and reimbursement support for a productive remote environment
• Free Platinum Membership and Tile trackers

Location

Remote within the US (US-based role).