Technology & Outsourcing Associate

A law firm seeks a Technology & Outsourcing Associate to join their team in Los Angeles. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an attorney with 3-5 years of experience in technology transactions, with a strong emphasis on intellectual property (IP) licensing and business process outsourcing agreements. The successful candidate will work closely with top-tier clients in the tech, financial, telecommunications, and life sciences sectors, providing legal guidance on complex technology and outsourcing matters.

Duties:

• Draft, negotiate, and structure complex technology agreements, including IP licensing, SaaS, hardware and maintenance, distribution, professional services, and marketing agreements
• Advise clients on legal issues related to licensing, distribution agreements, privacy, data security, and AI
• Provide legal counsel on emerging trends in technology, financial services, telecommunications, healthcare, and life sciences industries
• Collaborate with corporate and IP teams to integrate technology considerations into mergers and acquisitions
• Conduct in-depth legal analyses and risk assessments, identifying potential legal issues and offering proactive solutions
• Contribute to the development and refinement of standard agreements, templates, and playbooks for clients
• Manage multiple, complex legal matters and interact with clients, legal teams, and business units to achieve desired outcomes
• Keep abreast of new regulatory changes and ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in technology transactions, with a focus on IP licensing, business process outsourcing, and related agreements
• Experience handling SaaS agreements, global purchase agreements, distribution agreements, professional services agreements, and marketing agreements
• In-house or law firm experience, with a particular focus on the technology sector or M&A transactions
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Strong academic credentials and exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Familiarity with emerging technology trends, privacy laws, and regulatory requirements
• California Bar membership required

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Strong academic background with a focus on technology law or related fields

Certifications:

• Must be admitted to the California State Bar

Skills:

• Expertise in drafting and negotiating technology agreements, including licensing, SaaS, and outsourcing contracts
• Solid understanding of intellectual property law, data privacy, and emerging technologies
• Excellent legal research, writing, and drafting skills
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to clients and colleagues
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage high volumes of work under tight deadlines
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work cross-functionally with corporate and IP teams

Benefits:

• Hybrid work option providing flexibility and work-life balance
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture

This is a great opportunity for a mid-level associate looking to develop expertise in technology transactions while working with a dynamic, innovative team.

The Southern California law office was set-up seven years ago. There are forty-nine competent attorneys staffed at the law practice. Areas of concentration consist of real estate transactions, mergers-acquisitions, and corporate transactions of all types. A number of their practice disciplines are financial restructuring-insolvency, labor-employment law, environmental-land use, products liability litigation, and health care. Moreover, global transactions concentrate on China and Japan.