Mid-Level Corporate/IP Transactions Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join their Intellectual Property/Technology Transactions team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience advising on intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions, such as financing, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic matters. This role involves working closely with clients on IP-related matters and negotiating complex commercial contracts.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and financing.
• Conduct due diligence investigations on intellectual property and technology assets.
• Draft and negotiate license agreements, technology agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Counsel clients on matters related to intellectual property rights.
• Collaborate with corporate teams to ensure that IP aspects of transactions are efficiently managed.

Requirements:

• Significant experience with intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions, including buy-side and sell-side transactions.
• Strong background in intellectual property rights, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secrets.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate license agreements and technology agreements.
• Experience conducting due diligence investigations.
• Admitted to the state bar of the preferred office location.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the state bar of the preferred office location.

Skills:

• Strong drafting and negotiating skills for complex intellectual property and technology agreements.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to manage due diligence and legal risks in IP transactions.
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple transactions efficiently.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer match.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, including potential remote work options.
• Competitive Salary: Transparent compensation disclosures based on experience.

This prestigious firms San Francisco office has a blue-chip business litigation department and a very solid labor and employment practice. Although the firm has a very conservative reputation, most insiders describe the work as exciting and the people as laid back, friendly, and fun to work with. Moreover, associates claim the firm is a pro bono powerhouse and that the firm is very open to intra-firm transfers. Salaries are excellent.