Crypto & Tech Transactions Associate — Hybrid

Management Performance Associates; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 455,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premier medical

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Parental leave

Job summary

Management Performance Associates is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Technology Transactions & Digital Assets Practice Group, focusing on cryptocurrency and blockchain transactions. The role offers exposure to sophisticated, high‑profile deals and a fast‑paced environment with top-tier clients.

Candidates should have a JD from a top‑tier law school, active bar admission, 2–5 years in technology transactions, and strong drafting, negotiation, and client advisory skills.

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

Negotiation skills

Contract drafting

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Business-minded counsel

Attention to detail

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction

Job description

Management Performance Associates is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Technology Transactions & Digital Assets Practice Group, focusing on cryptocurrency and blockchain transactions. The role offers exposure to sophisticated, high‑profile deals and a fast‑paced environment with top-tier clients.

Candidates should have a JD from a top‑tier law school, active bar admission, 2–5 years in technology transactions, and strong drafting, negotiation, and client advisory skills.