Intellectual Property and Technology Transactions Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Intellectual Property and Technology Transactions Associate in Silicon Valley, New York, San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Seattle, or Santa Monica. The role involves working with life sciences and technology companies on licensing and collaboration transactions.

Duties

• Represent biotechs and health technology companies in licensing patents.
• Collaborate on advancing novel therapeutics, vaccines, diagnostics, and digital health technologies.
• Negotiate complex standalone commercial transactions.
• Work closely with founders developing cutting-edge technologies.

Requirements

• Two to four years of experience in licensing and commercial partnering transactions.
• Substantial law firm experience in life sciences and health technology sectors.
• Superior academic credentials and contract drafting capabilities.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Barred in the state of the office location or eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• State Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing contracts.

Benefits

• Healthcare and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.

This highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is ?truly a great place to work.