Los Angeles – Strategic Transactions and Licensing Associate (Mid-Level)

Overview: We are looking for an associate to join our Strategic Transactions and Licensing group (the "Tech Group") in Austin, Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, or Ann Arbor*. Our practice offers early responsibility, direct client contact, and exposure to a wide variety of technology, life sciences, AI, financial services, and consumer products companies at all stages of growth. This role is well-suited for associates who want to accelerate their development as technology and commercial counselors while working with a collaborative, high-performing team.

We will consider strong candidates with significant experience in any of the following areas: (1) strategic and/or commercial contracts drafting and negotiation; (2) deal management of venture financing and/or M&A transactions; and/or (3) intellectual property litigation or counseling. Eagerness to work with startup and venture capital clients. Interest in developing a broad, marketable technology transactions skill set and becoming a pragmatic, business-oriented advisor. JD class years: 2020–2023 (or equivalent experience), with previous large law firm experience. Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following: commercial contracts drafting and negotiation, venture financing or M&A transactions, and/or IP litigation or counseling. A technical degree is not required but enthusiasm for, and a willingness to learn about, emerging technology is a must. Admission to the State Bar of California or Texas Superior academic credentials from a top law school and excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills Compensation$235,000 - $310,000 (depending on class year and experience).