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SnapPower · 2 months ago

Senior IP Litigation / General Counsel

SnapPower is a company that designs and produces innovative home goods and electrical products. They are seeking an experienced Senior IP Litigation/General Counsel to manage legal functions, including litigation oversight, IP support, regulatory compliance, and contract management.

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Responsibilities

Manage, coordinate and substantively contribute to all legal and litigation activities for SnapPower
Oversee external counsel, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and aligned work production
Maintain accurate documentation and provide leadership with regular updates on case status and outcomes
Collaborate closely with SnapPower’s internal IP counsel to support ongoing patent and IP litigation matters
Assist in reviewing and protecting SnapPower’s portfolio of patented technologies and trademarks
Oversee all product regulatory compliance initiatives with agencies including (but not limited to) UL, ETL, NEC, and NEMA
Develop a deep understanding of SnapPower’s regulatory landscape and product categories
Manage third-party consultants and testing labs to ensure product compliance
Attend relevant panel meetings and advocate for SnapPower’s positions within industry and compliance bodies
Review and analyze business agreements, supplier contracts, licensing deals, and NDAs
Provide objective, business-oriented feedback and recommendations to company leadership
Ensure alignment between contract terms and SnapPower’s strategic and operational goals
Serve as a trusted legal advisor to SnapPower’s executive team
Contribute to strategic planning and help guide intelligent business decisions that balance innovation with legal soundness
Provide general counsel on employment, corporate governance, and risk management as needed

Qualification

IP litigation experiencePatent/IP law knowledgeRegulatory compliance oversightContract managementBusiness-minded problem solverPractical judgmentCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsOrganizational skillsCollaborative approach

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing
5+ years of IP litigation experience; deep understanding of patent/IP law
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Business-minded problem solver with a collaborative approach and practical judgment

Preferred

Experience working with consumer products, manufacturing, or electronics industries

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits, including profit sharing and equity option grants.

Company

SnapPower

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At SnapPower we design innovative products that illuminate your life and make your home or office more beautiful.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Sean Watkins
Co-Founder
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