Mid-Level Technology Transactions Attorney Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a mid-level Technology Transactions Associate for its national law firm. The role supports sophisticated commercial and technology matters, including software, cloud services, ecommerce, supply chain, outsourcing, and IT services across multiple markets.

You will draft and negotiate complex agreements, advise on strategic initiatives, and collaborate with cross-office teams to deliver practical, client-focused solutions for startups to global

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 2–6 years of experience practicing in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience or interest in ecommerce, logistics, software, and emerging technologies.
• Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction where you will be based.

Responsibilities

• Structure, draft, and negotiate complex commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS, licensing, procurement, outsourcing, ecommerce, and payment processing contracts.
• Advise on strategic business and technology initiatives, providing practical, solution-oriented guidance.
• Support clients with ongoing commercial advisory work, pre-litigation disputes, and regulatory compliance matters.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across practice areas and offices, providing holistic counsel to national and multinational clients.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Mid-Level Technology Transactions Associate – National Law Firm

A leading U.S. law firm is seeking a mid-level associate (2–6 years of experience) to join its Business and Technology Transactions practice. This role can be based in any of the firm’s major offices (Baltimore, Chicago, Ohio, New York, D.C., Philadelphia), offering flexibility and a chance to work with high-calibre colleagues across multiple markets.

The Opportunity

You’ll advise sophisticated clients, from innovative start-ups to global enterprises, on a diverse range of complex commercial and technology transactions. This includes structuring, drafting, and negotiating agreements covering software, cloud services, ecommerce, supply chain, logistics, outsourcing, and IT services.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working on cutting-edge technology and commercial matters, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and wants meaningful client contact early in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Structure, draft, and negotiate complex commercial and technology agreements, including SaaS, licensing, procurement, outsourcing, ecommerce, and payment processing contracts.
• Advise on strategic business and technology initiatives, providing practical, solution-oriented guidance.
• Support clients with ongoing commercial advisory work, pre-litigation disputes, and regulatory compliance matters.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across practice areas and offices, providing holistic counsel to national and multinational clients.

About You

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 2–6 years of experience practicing in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience or interest in ecommerce, logistics, software, and emerging technologies.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction where you will be based.

Why This Firm

This is a mid-sized national firm known for its collegial, entrepreneurial culture, offering the resources of a large firm with the collaboration and mentorship of a close-knit team. You’ll receive individualized training, direct partner access, and clear pathways for advancement.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and performance-based bonuses.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• retirement plans
• performance-based bonuses

If you’re looking for a role that combines sophisticated transactional work with genuine career development in a supportive, inclusive environment, this position is an outstanding next step.

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