Legal Counsel, IP & Technology

### About Life360 Life360’s mission is to keep people close to the ones they love. Our category-leading mobile app, Tile tracking devices, and Pet GPS tracker empower members to protect the people, pets, and things they care about most with a range of services, including location sharing, safe driver reports, and crash detection with emergency dispatch. Life360 serves approximately 102.4 million monthly active users (MAU), as of June 30, 2026, across more than 180 countries. Life360 delivers peace of mind and enhances everyday family life with seamless coordination for all the moments that matter, big and small. By continuing to innovate and deliver for our customers, we have become a household name and the must-have mobile-based membership for families (and those friends who are basically family). Life360 has more than 500 (and growing!) remote-first employees. For more information, please visit [](http://life360.com/). ***Life360 is a Remote-First company, which means a remote work environment will be the primary experience for all employees. All positions, unless otherwise specified, can be performed remotely (within the US) regardless of any specified location above.*** #### We are AI Native We are building an AI native company where AI is an integral part of how we build and operate. AI tool usage during interviews varies by role. You may be asked to demonstrate proficiency with AI tools, discuss how you leverage AI, or complete interview exercises without AI assistance. Your Recruiter will provide clear guidance as you move through the interview process. Undisclosed use of AI not previously discussed with or approved by your Recruiter may impact your candidacy. ### About The Team This Legal team partners across every function at Life360 to provide client-focused legal services and advice that enable growth and efficiency for the Company’s consumer software and hardware business lines, as well as its new advertising initiatives. We collaborate closely with several teams, including Ads, Finance, Product, Privacy, Engineering, and Devices. ### About the Job We are seeking a business-oriented intellectual property attorney with 5+ years of experience in IP portfolio management and transactional work to join our expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with teams across Life360 to support a high-growth phase for the Life360 family of consumer mobile software applications and hardware devices, including Tile and Pet GPS. In this position, you will be the first dedicated IP counsel at Life360 and help shape IP strategy for our category-leading consumer business. This position offers the opportunity to apply and further develop your skills across a variety of business needs. You will be the in-house attorney responsible for managing Life360’s patent and trademark portfolios, including directing outside legal service providers, leading new IP initiatives, and providing advice on open source. In addition, you will support the commercial legal team by negotiating and drafting commercial agreements that pertain to the development and licensing of intellectual property, and you will support the corporate development team with IP M&A review and analysis as needed. Also, you will support the social media and creative team by reviewing promotional materials for compliance. The position offers the opportunity to lead IP protection, to work on sophisticated commercial agreements, and to advise on strategic IP matters in a collaborative legal environment. You will report to the Deputy General Counsel for Commercial, Litigation & IP, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Product, Privacy, Engineering, and Marketing. The US-based salary range for this position is $130k to $200k annually. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary - therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits, as well as equity. ### What You’ll Do - Manage and develop the patent portfolio, including: working with outside counsel and legal services providers to respond to office actions; helping with freedom-to-operate/product clearance analysis; and working with internal clients to find appropriate inventions for patent applications. - Manage and develop the trademark portfolio, including: working with outside counsel and legal services providers to support trademark prosecution and enforcement efforts; working with internal clients to identify key jurisdictions for protections; and 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. ### What We’re Looking For - J.D. from an accredited US law school and membership in good standing in at least one state bar; undergraduate degree in a technical discipline like computer science is a plus. - 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. Additional experience as in-house counsel at a consumer tech company is a plus. Trademark prosecution experience is a plus. - Demonstrated background in IP counseling, such as advising on 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, and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. - Detail-oriented and able to prioritize and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment. ### Our 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) for mental well-being - 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 Life360 Platinum Membership and Tile trackers ### Life360 Values Our company’s mission-driven culture is guided by our shared values to create a trusted work environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and make a positive difference - Be a Good Person - We have a team of high integrity people you can trust. - Be Direct With Respect - We communicate directly, even when it’s hard. - Members Before Metrics - We focus on building an exceptional experience for families. - High Intensity, High Impact - We do whatever it takes to get the job done. ### Our Commitment to Diversity We believe that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic best selves to work. *We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Life360. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any legally protected status.* *We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful.**Even if you don’t meet 100% of the below qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying!* **#LI-Remote** *____________________________________________________________________________*