IP Counsel: Build & Protect Patents, Trademarks (Remote)

Mariana Minerals; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariana Minerals seeks an experienced Intellectual Property Counsel to lead a full-spectrum IP program. You will own patent strategy, portfolio management, and the protection of trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights while negotiating complex IP‑related agreements.

As the first IP-focused hire, you will help build internal policies, templates, and outside counsel relationships to safeguard Mariana's technology and software platforms. Strong drafting and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
• At least 6 years of intellectual property experience across patents, trade secrets, trademarks and copyright.
• Experience managing patent prosecution and working directly with inventors.
• Experience drafting IP-related commercial agreements including licenses and development agreements.
• Technical fluency and ability to engage with engineers on complex hardware/software issues.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills with clear risk guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an IP strategy aligned with technology roadmap and business goals.
• Build and manage patent portfolio from invention capture to prosecution.
• Establish trade secret protection programs and patent-vs-trade-secret guidance.
• Oversee trademark, brand, and domain name portfolios.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related commercial agreements.
• Lead IP due diligence for financings, acquisitions, and partnerships.

Skills

IP strategy

Patent prosecution

Contract drafting

Technical fluency

Communication

Independent work

Ownership

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

IP management tools

Job description

Mariana Minerals seeks an experienced Intellectual Property Counsel to lead a full-spectrum IP program. You will own patent strategy, portfolio management, and the protection of trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights while negotiating complex IP‑related agreements.

As the first IP-focused hire, you will help build internal policies, templates, and outside counsel relationships to safeguard Mariana's technology and software platforms. Strong drafting and collaboration skills are essential.