Technology Transactions (IT) Senior Associate/Counsel

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate or Counsel with 7+ years of experience in Technology Transactions (IT) to join a dynamic national practice group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in intellectual property (IP) and commercial transactions for technology companies. This role involves structuring, drafting, and negotiating various IP and commercial agreements, as well as advising on IP aspects of multidisciplinary transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and public offerings. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about working with technology companies at all stages of their growth.

Location:

• Palo Alto, CA

Duties:

• Structure, draft, and negotiate a variety of intellectual property and commercial transactions including:
  • Licensing agreements
  • Service agreements
  • Development agreements
  • Distribution agreements
  • Partnering agreements
• Work on IP aspects of mergers, acquisitions, public offerings, and financings
• Advise technology companies of all stages of growth on IP and commercial transactions
• Provide guidance to clients on multidisciplinary transactions
• Collaborate with a national team and train junior associates
• Help build and grow a dynamic national Technology Transactions practice group

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in intellectual property and commercial transactions
• Demonstrated interest in technology companies and IP transactions
• Ability to train associates and work effectively as part of a national team
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on building and growing a national practice
• Technical or science background preferred but not required
• Experience with IP and commercial transactions is essential

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar in the jurisdiction of employment

Skills:

• Strong experience with intellectual property transactions, particularly in technology companies
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex transactions and collaborate with a national team
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with clients and associates
• Interest in long-term career development in IP and commercial transactions

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit bonuses
• Monthly wellness reimbursements
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support and virtual counseling
• Healthcare coverage for employees, spouse/domestic partner, and children (up to age 26)
• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing
• Paid parental leave
• Parenting support concierge and telemedicine
• Career coaching for working parents
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare
• Tutoring and college coaching for older children
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits
• Life insurance (basic and supplemental)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care insurance, critical illness, hospitalization, and accident insurance
• Voluntary ID theft protection
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Medicare consulting
• Firm-paid 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.