Technology Transactions Lateral Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate with 4-6 years of experience to join their Technology Transactions practice in Palo Alto, CA. The candidate will engage in technology-focused commercial transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to technology and intellectual property. This role offers a blend of standalone commercial work and deal-driven technology transactions.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate complex technology and intellectual property agreements, including SaaS, cloud services, and licensing agreements.
• Advise on technology and IP aspects of M&A, private equity, and venture capital transactions.
• Support strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and platform agreements for technology-driven businesses.
• Counsel clients on data use, ownership, and commercialization strategies.
• Collaborate with corporate, IP, privacy, and regulatory teams on multidisciplinary matters.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in technology transactions at a major law firm.
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating technology, licensing, and commercial agreements.
• Experience supporting technology-related aspects of M&A and strategic transactions.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong communication skills.
• Active bar membership in California or ability to obtain admission.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in California.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on sophisticated matters in a dynamic environment.
• Engagement with leading technology companies and emerging growth businesses.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.