IP Counsel
- Develop and execute Also’s global IP strategy across patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
- Partner with product, engineering, and design teams to identify and protect key innovations in small EV design, software, and manufacturing.
- Manage the preparation, filing, and prosecution of patent and trademark applications, leveraging external counsel where appropriate.
- Conduct freedom-to-operate, prior art, and clearance analyses to support product development and commercialization.
- Oversee IP due diligence for strategic partnerships, licensing deals, and other business transactions.
- Create and implement internal processes to identify and capture new inventions across the company.
- Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice on IP matters, including risk assessment and enforcement strategy.
- Educate and train internal teams on IP best practices, protection mechanisms, and the importance of innovation capture.
- Support global brand protection, including domain management and enforcement against infringement or counterfeiting.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and operational excellence within the function.
- J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and active member in good standing of the California Bar (or eligible to practice as a California registered in-house counsel).
- 5+ years of experience practicing intellectual property law, preferably including both in- house and law firm experience.
- Technical degree in engineering, physics, or related field preferred (mechanical, electrical, or software background a plus).
- Strong experience with patent prosecution, portfolio management, and IP strategy in the technology, automotive, or micromobility sectors.
- Deep understanding of IP issues related to design, software, and emerging technologies.
- Experience managing outside counsel and coordinating global IP protection strategies.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.
- A hands-on, self-starter mentality with the ability to operate independently, identify opportunities, and drive initiatives forward with minimal direction.
- Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options.
- One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
- Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
- Flexible time off.
- 401(k) match.
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