Mid-Level Tech Transactions & Licensing Associate

Gunderson Dettmer; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an associate to join their Strategic Transactions and Licensing group in California or Texas. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial contracts, venture financing, and intellectual property counseling. Responsibilities include drafting agreements, providing legal counsel, and managing transactions. Candidates are expected to be eager to work with startups and must have strong academic credentials. The position offers a competitive salary range of $235,000 - $310,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Eagerness to work with startup and venture capital clients.
• Interest in developing a broad, marketable technology transactions skill set.
• Admission to the State Bar of California or Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate licensing, partnering, and commercial agreements.
• Provide intellectual property, privacy, and product counseling directly to clients.
• Manage transactions across all stages of clients’ businesses.

Skills

Commercial contracts drafting

Venture financing

Intellectual property litigation

Negotiation

Education

JD class years: 2020–2023

Superior academic credentials from a top law school

Job description

A leading law firm is seeking an associate to join their Strategic Transactions and Licensing group in California or Texas. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial contracts, venture financing, and intellectual property counseling. Responsibilities include drafting agreements, providing legal counsel, and managing transactions. Candidates are expected to be eager to work with startups and must have strong academic credentials. The position offers a competitive salary range of $235,000 - $310,000 depending on experience.