Technology Commerce Associate (Mid-Senior Level)

The People Of: Professional Services; California; On-site; USD 295,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a Technology Commerce Associate at a prestigious law firm with locations in Minneapolis, CA, Salt Lake City, Dallas, and Seattle. This role requires a JD degree and 6+ years of relevant experience.

The ideal candidate will manage intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions, negotiate agreements, and contribute to business development focused on technology. A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in intellectual property corporate transactions.
• Admitted to the Minnesota, California, Utah, Texas, or Washington bar.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise on intellectual property matters in corporate transactions.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate various agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues on emerging technologies.

Skills

Licensing negotiation

Intellectual property expertise

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Technology Commerce Associate (Mid-Senior Level)

Location: Minneapolis, MN; Palo Alto, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; Dallas, TX; Seattle, WA

Experience

6+ years

Job Description

We are representing a prestigious law firm seeking a highly skilled Technology Commerce Associate or Of Counsel to join their team. This position is available in Minneapolis, Palo Alto, Salt Lake City, Dallas, or Seattle. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of experience working on the intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, financings, and other multidisciplinary transactions. The attorney will also have experience structuring, drafting, and negotiating various intellectual property and commercial agreements such as licensing, service, development, distribution, and partnering agreements.

Responsibilities

• Advise on intellectual property matters in connection with corporate transactions, including M&A, public offerings, and financings.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate intellectual property and commercial agreements, including licensing, service, development, distribution, and partnering agreements.
• Work on high-stakes transactions involving the commercialization of products and services with intellectual property at their core.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various practice groups, working on the latest emerging technologies.
• Contribute to business development and the firm’s growth in technology-focused transactions.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an ABA‑accredited law school with top academic credentials.
• At least six years of law firm or in‑house experience handling licensing and technology transaction matters.
• Admission to the Minnesota, California, Utah, Texas, or Washington bar or ability to become admitted in one of these states.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, with an eye for detail.
• A motivated self‑starter with strong teamwork skills and curiosity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $295,000 to $315,000+ for California applicants, based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, life insurance, paid time off, adoption assistance, flexible time off, and more.
• Generous parental leave and short-term disability benefits, as well as wellness programs, virtual tutoring, and education assistance.
• Discretionary and productivity bonuses, relocation expenses, bar review expenses, and salary advances for first-year associates.