Mid-Level Technology Transactions Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level technology transactions associate with 4-6 years of experience to join their practice in Denver/Boulder, New York, or San Francisco. This role involves working on innovative legal matters related to information technology, software, and data privacy across various industries and jurisdictions.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate technology agreements, including licensing, SaaS, and cloud services.
• Manage and lead technology transactions from inception to closing.
• Advise clients on issues related to emerging technology, data privacy, and compliance.
• Support M&A and other corporate transactions as a technology specialist.
• Collaborate with teams across corporate, litigation, and regulatory practices.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in technology transactions.
• Strong curiosity for emerging technology.
• Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and client relationships independently.
• Understanding of legal issues in technology and sourcing transactions.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted contract analysis and drafting tools.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting abilities.
• Proficiency in managing complex legal transactions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Flexible time off, including paid parental leave and holidays.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The New York office entered the legal market twenty-seven years ago. The legal practice merged with a Manhattan-based firm ten years ago making the New York office the firm's second largest practice. One-hundred and thirty-five attorneys are employed at the New York office. Practice areas are varied. There are ten practice disciplines such as corporate transactions-securities, litigation, real estate transactions-financings, banking, business, and finance. Attorneys are committed to pro-bono work throughout the year. Besides, they have received top honors from prominent industry publications.