Crypto & Tech Transactions Associate

Connectly Recruiting; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 455,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

On-site counselors (Chicago/New York)

24/7 healthcare access

Family support benefits

Pet insurance

Personal liability insurance

Job summary

Connectly Recruiting collaborates with a leading AmLaw 25 law firm to recruit an Associate Attorney for the Technology Transactions & Digital Assets practice. The role focuses on sophisticated cryptocurrency and blockchain transactions, advising technology, fintech, and digital asset clients on structuring, licensing, and risk management.

Hybrid roles across Dallas, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York require a top-tier JD, active bar in good standing, and 2–5 years of experience in technology

Qualifications

• :
• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 2-5 years of technology transactions and commercial contracting experience (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 in technology transactions.
• 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 with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• 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

Top-tier JD

Bar admission

Tech transactions

Blockchain knowledge

Contract drafting

Client advisory

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

JD degree

Job description

Connectly Recruiting collaborates with a leading AmLaw 25 law firm to recruit an Associate Attorney for the Technology Transactions & Digital Assets practice. The role focuses on sophisticated cryptocurrency and blockchain transactions, advising technology, fintech, and digital asset clients on structuring, licensing, and risk management.

Hybrid roles across Dallas, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York require a top-tier JD, active bar in good standing, and 2–5 years of experience in technology