Technology Transactions Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with two to five years of experience to join their Technology Transactions team in Santa Monica, CA. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with seasoned advisors, assisting both established and innovative companies in developing their IP strategies and facilitating essential agreements.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate collaboration, partnering, licensing, and other commercial agreements for companies at various stages.
• Provide expert guidance on product strategy, development, and market positioning for technology companies.
• Assist with IP and technology aspects of complex M&A transactions and venture capital financings.
• Conduct research and analysis on diverse technologies, including AI, fintech, autonomous vehicles, and more.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of legal experience in IP and technology transactions.
• Strong interest in technology transactions for M&A matters and emerging company/venture capital clients.
• Excellent research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• JD is required.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar of the office location.

Skills

• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating agreements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through a Flexible Time Off program.

This international law firm was founded over 50 years ago to handle cases involving arbitration, commercial litigation, and investigations. Their areas of practice include banking and finance, corporate, capital markets, antitrust and competition, energy, tax, supreme court and appellate, and many more. Their offices are located all across the world.