MP
$335,000 – $385,000
Listed on Menlo Ventures Portfolio’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This role involves leading patent strategy and providing comprehensive intellectual property guidance across an AI research company, working with technical teams to protect innovations and advise on IP matters from drafting through acquisition. It suits experienced patent lawyers comfortable translating complex IP concepts for engineers and researchers, particularly those with background in technology sectors.
Our summary, not Menlo Ventures Portfolio’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Juris Doctor degree and active U.S. state bar membership
- Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- Substantial patent experience including invention harvesting, prosecution, and portfolio development
- Working knowledge of trademarks, trade secrets, and open source
- Direct experience working with engineers, researchers, or product teams to identify and protect inventions
- Ability to explain IP concepts clearly to non-lawyers
- Demonstrated IP strategy implementation in rapidly evolving technical environments
- Ability to balance legal protection with business practicality
Nice to have
- 10+ years of legal experience with expertise across the IP spectrum, particularly patents
- Active membership in the California bar
- Advanced degree in computer science, engineering, or related technical field
- Deep expertise in one or more IP areas beyond patents
- Experience with AI, machine learning, or related cutting-edge technologies
- Experience analyzing and responding to third-party patent assertions or evaluating patent acquisitions and licensing transactions
- In-house experience at a technology company or supporting technology clients through rapid growth