Technology Transactions (Biotech) Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston, MA is seeking a Technology Transactions (Biotech) Associate Attorney with 6+ years of transactional and licensing experience, and a strong interest in the life sciences sector. The ideal candidate will have opportunities to interact directly with clients, engage in dynamic transactions, and work closely with a team of energetic attorneys. A background in biological sciences, chemistry, engineering, pharmacy, or business is highly favored.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle a range of technology transactions and licensing matters, focusing on the biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, digital health, medical devices, diagnostics, and discovery tools sectors.
• Interact with clients, providing legal counsel on day-to-day matters and complex strategic transactions.
• Develop, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements including partnering and licensing arrangements, research and development agreements, and manufacturing, supply, and distribution agreements.
• Manage agreements with academic or research institutions, clinical trial arrangements, material transfer agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, spin-outs, and joint ventures involving life sciences companies.
• Collaborate with other attorneys firmwide to provide comprehensive legal support and advice.
• Lead the structure and negotiation of complex transactions, ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the state of Massachusetts.
• 6+ years of experience in technology transactions and licensing, preferably with a focus on life sciences.
• Strong academic credentials and a demonstrated interest in the life sciences sector.
• Experience with a range of transaction types including partnering, licensing, R&D, manufacturing, clinical trials, and M&A.
• Comfortable with significant client interaction and a desire to take on leadership roles in structuring and negotiating transactions.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and multitask effectively.
• Keen interest in the life sciences industry and a background in biological sciences, chemistry, engineering, pharmacy, or business is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support and virtual counseling.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including family-building benefits.
• Paid parental leave and extensive parenting support resources.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with firm contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm matching.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Various insurance options including life, disability, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• Firm-paid continuing legal education (CLE), bar review fees, and bar dues.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.