Blockchain & Digital Assets Transactions Associate

Sun Recruiting, Inc.; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 455,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Loan refinancing support

Wellness programs

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Technology Transactions & Digital Assets Practice Group on a hybrid basis in Dallas, TX, with opportunities in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York.

The role focuses on sophisticated blockchain and cryptocurrency transactions and strategic business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a JD from a top-tier law school, 2–5 years in technology transactions, and strong drafting/negotiation skills, with excellent communication and

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 2-5 years of experience in technology transactions and commercial contracting (preferably at a law firm)
• Strong background advising technology, fintech, blockchain, or digital asset companies
• Working knowledge of cryptocurrency, blockchain technologies, and evolving industry trends
• Familiarity with commercial, intellectual property, data rights, and risk allocation issues
• Exposure to cryptocurrency regulatory frameworks and compliance considerations is beneficial
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice
• Strong organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with sophisticated and entrepreneurial clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with emerging legal technology and AI-enabled tools is a plus
• Collaborative team player with sound judgment and strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Structure, negotiate, and document complex technology and commercial transactions involving blockchain and cryptocurrency businesses
• Advise clients on technology licensing, platform agreements, SaaS arrangements, commercial contracts, and strategic partnerships
• Counsel digital asset and blockchain companies on legal, regulatory, intellectual property, and risk management considerations
• Support clients through the development and launch of innovative products and technology platforms
• Analyze transaction structures and identify practical solutions to complex business and legal challenges
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, regulatory, intellectual property, tax, finance, and litigation practices
• Work directly with founders, executives, investors, and in-house legal teams on strategic initiatives
• Monitor developments in cryptocurrency, blockchain, fintech, and technology regulation to provide proactive client guidance

Skills

Tech transactions

Commercial contracting

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Blockchain tech

Regulatory awareness

Team collaboration

Written & verbal comms

Education

JD degree

Job description

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Technology Transactions & Digital Assets Practice Group on a hybrid basis in Dallas, TX, with opportunities in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York.

The role focuses on sophisticated blockchain and cryptocurrency transactions and strategic business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a JD from a top-tier law school, 2–5 years in technology transactions, and strong drafting/negotiation skills, with excellent communication and