Technology Transactions Associate Attorney

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Salary: $310,000-$365,000

Direct Counsel is seeking a Technology Transactions Associate Attorney to join a leading Am Law firm's nationally recognized Technology Companies Group. This opportunity is ideal for an associate with 4-5 years of experience advising technology and life sciences companies on intellectual property and commercial transactions. The successful candidate will work with innovative startups, venture-backed companies, and established technology businesses on strategic transactions spanning the entire business lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including licensing, collaboration, development, partnering, technology transfer, SaaS, cloud services, and other technology-related agreements.
• Advise emerging companies, venture capital-backed businesses, and established technology companies on intellectual property and commercial transaction matters.
• Counsel clients on technology strategy, product development, commercialization, and market positioning.
• Support corporate partnerships, strategic alliances, and licensing arrangements across the life sciences and technology sectors.
• Advise clients on intellectual property and technology issues arising in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, public offerings, and other corporate transactions.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance involving emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, autonomous vehicles, edtech, renewable energy, cybersecurity, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), biotechnology, and digital health.
• Collaborate closely with corporate, intellectual property, and venture capital attorneys on sophisticated transactional matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where the attorney will practice.
• 4-5 years of experience in intellectual property and technology transactions.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial technology agreements.
• Strong interest in supporting M&A transactions, venture capital financings, and emerging growth companies.
• Excellent legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Interest in advising innovative companies operating in cutting-edge technology and life sciences industries.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $310,000-$365,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for annual discretionary merit bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program and paid holidays.
• Industry-leading parental leave, family care, elder care, and pet care benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), where applicable.
• Robust wellness and mental health resources.
• Exceptional opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and long-term career advancement while working with innovative clients at the forefront of technology and life sciences.