Technology Transactions Associate Attorney (IP & M&A)

KLA Industries, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Family-building benefits

Job summary

This AmLaw 50 firm’s Technology Transactions Practice Group is seeking an Associate Attorney in San Francisco to handle IP and commercial technology transactions for global clients.

Ideal candidate has 3–6 years of IP and tech transactions experience, a JD from a top-tier law school, and California bar admission. The role offers dynamic, fast-paced high-stakes matters and partnership-track opportunities.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• California Bar in good standing; active admission.
• 3–6 years of IP and commercial transactions in a law firm.
• Experience structuring, drafting, negotiating IP and technology agreements.
• IP aspects of mergers and acquisitions and equity financing.
• Interest or experience with artificial intelligence advantageous.
• Technical background preferred; science degree or tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate technology and IP agreements including licensing, development, services, distribution, manufacturing, and collaborations.
• Provide IP diligence and strategic counseling in M&A, equity financing, e-commerce, media, and entertainment.
• Collaborate with corporate, litigation, and regulatory teams on IP risks and strategy.
• Advise clients on structuring commercial transactions aligned with evolving tech trends.
• Work directly with clients to understand objectives and craft tailored legal solutions.
• Contribute to team development and client growth initiatives.

Skills

JD from top-tier law school

California Bar Admission

IP and commercial transactions

Drafting/negotiating agreements

M&A / equity financing experience

Technical/AI interest

Ability to manage multiple dealstreams

Strong research and writing

Science/tech background

Education

Top-tier law school coursework in IP/technology/commercial law

Tools

IP licensing

Technology development agreements

Job description

This AmLaw 50 firm’s Technology Transactions Practice Group is seeking an Associate Attorney in San Francisco to handle IP and commercial technology transactions for global clients.

Ideal candidate has 3–6 years of IP and tech transactions experience, a JD from a top-tier law school, and California bar admission. The role offers dynamic, fast-paced high-stakes matters and partnership-track opportunities.