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 Los Angeles, CA. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with seasoned advisors, supporting 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.

The Los Angeles office of this premier, high-level finance firm splits its full-service practice into a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The firm offers an entrepreneurial, upbeat work environment and an opportunity to work with fun and interesting people. Candidates we have sent here return genuinely impressed with the firms attorneys overall competence. The firm offers top market pay, and not so coincidentally, associates often complain about high expectations for billable hours. The firm recently opened its first overseas office.