Corporate Technology Associate

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Hodgson Russ LLP in Buffalo, NY, seeks a junior to mid-level corporate attorney to assist on technology-driven transactions, M&A, and governance matters. The role focuses on software and licensing agreements, SaaS, data privacy, and related regulatory concerns, with exposure to multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

You should have a JD from an accredited law school, strong academics, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with other practice areas to

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Interest in or experience with technology-driven corporate transactions.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, contract review, and governance.
• Familiarity with SaaS, data privacy, and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist team in all areas of corporate and technology-focused transactions.
• Draft and review formation documents, bylaws, operating and shareholder agreements.
• Conduct technology and data privacy due diligence in M&A.
• Evaluate compliance of policies and data handling with laws and standards.
• Perform legal research and coordinate with clients and opposing counsel.
• Participate in client meetings and support business development.

Skills

Tech-focused transactions

M&A experience

SaaS agreements

Data privacy laws

IP licensing

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Close Date: December 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM UTC

Experience

1 to 3 years in the areas of general corporate law, technology focused commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and contracts.

Qualifications

A strong interest in or experience with technology-driven corporate transactions.

Experience with mergers and acquisitions, commercial agreement review and negotiation, and/or corporate governance.

Understanding of or interest in SaaS and cloud service agreements, IP licensing, data privacy and protection regulations (including GDPR, CCPA, and state privacy laws), artificial intelligence, and technology-related regulatory frameworks.

Familiarity with entity formation and ongoing corporate compliance.

Ability to support multiple clients, matters, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist team in all areas of corporate and commercial law and a broad range of technology-focused transactions, including software and licensing, SaaS and cloud service agreements, subscription agreements, professional services and consulting agreements, market data agreements, website terms, and technological aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

Draft, and review corporate documents, including formation documents, bylaws, board resolutions, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, merger and acquisition agreements, technology focused commercial contracts, privacy notices and data protection agreements.

Conduct technology and data privacy focused due diligence reviews as part of mergers and acquisitions team.

Evaluate the compliance of corporate policies, technology operations, and data handling practices with applicable laws, government regulations, industry standards, and ethical requirements.

Perform legal research on corporate, technology and regulatory matters.

Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams under supervision of senior attorneys.

Participate in client meetings and contribute to business development efforts, as appropriate.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Strong academic credentials.

Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.

Salary

$125,000 to $137,000

A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position, if the successful applicant is based in Buffalo, is $125,000 to $137,000. Where a successful applicant is slotted within this range will vary based on legitimate criteria, such as experience and skill level. This range is not applicable to other locations.

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