Corporate Technology Associate

Monroe County Bar Association; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Hodgson Russ LLP seeks a junior to mid-level associate with an interest in technology to join its Corporate & Securities practice in Buffalo. 1–3 years in general corporate matters, mergers and acquisitions, and technology-focused contracts is preferred. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

The role emphasizes drafting, due diligence, and client coordination in a fast-paced environment located in Buffalo.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent analytical, technical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across practice areas and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in technology-focused corporate transactions and related contracts.
• Draft and review corporate documents including M&A agreements and SaaS contracts.
• Conduct technology and data privacy due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Evaluate compliance of policies and data handling with applicable laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams under supervision of senior attorneys.
• Participate in client meetings and business development efforts as appropriate.

Skills

Technology-focused transactions

Mergers & acquisitions

Contract review & negotiation

Data privacy awareness

IP licensing

Legal research

Education

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

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Job Details - Corporate Technology Associate

Employer:

Hodgson Russ LLP

Location:

Category Description:

Attorneys

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Information

Position Description:

Department: Corporate & Securities

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

Salary: $125,000 to $137,000

Job Summary

Hodgson Russ LLP, a dynamic and leading AmLaw 200 firm known for its excellence and innovation in legal services, is seeking a junior to mid-level associate with an interest in technology to join its Corporate & Securities practice group in the Firm’s Buffalo office.

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 analytical, technical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technology concepts clearly to clients and colleagues.

- Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys across practice areas and with clients to provide comprehensive, business-oriented solutions, and a commitment to exceptional client service.

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. This range is not applicable to other locations.

To learn more about our firm, visit our website www.hodgsonruss.com.

Hodgson Russ LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, familial status, or any other legally protected basis. https://www.hodgsonruss.com/about-diversity.html.