Intellectual Property Transactional Associate Attorney

Charlotte, NC | Onsite| Full-Time | $260,000 - $390,000 + Bonus | Relocation Assistance Available | No Visa Sponsorship

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you an Intellectual Property attorney who enjoys sophisticated transactional work rather than patent prosecution? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded Southeastern law firm representing leading financial institutions, corporations, and innovative businesses on complex intellectual property transactions.

The firm is seeking a mid-level Intellectual Property Transactional Associate with experience negotiating commercial agreements, technology transactions, patent acquisitions, licensing agreements, and IP-focused corporate transactions. You'll work alongside nationally recognized attorneys on sophisticated mergers and acquisitions, financing transactions, and strategic commercial deals while advising clients on maximizing and protecting valuable intellectual property assets.

This role is ideal for attorneys looking to deepen their transactional practice, collaborate across multiple disciplines, and build long-term client relationships within a growing, highly respected platform.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE!

• Focus exclusively on sophisticated intellectual property transactional work—no patent prosecution.
• Handle complex licensing, technology transfer, patent acquisition, and commercial contract matters.
• Work closely with nationally respected Corporate, Finance, and Regulatory attorneys.
• Advise leading financial institutions and innovative companies on strategic transactions.
• Competitive compensation ranging from $260,000-$390,000, plus performance bonus opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and telehealth benefits.
• Paid parental leave and generous paid time off.
• Retirement savings and financial wellness programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Strong mentorship, professional development, and partnership-track opportunities.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Structure, draft, and negotiate sophisticated intellectual property agreements, including licensing, patent acquisitions, technology transfers, joint development agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Lead and support intellectual property due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other strategic corporate transactions.
• Advise clients on intellectual property ownership, commercialization, licensing, and risk management.
• Draft and negotiate technology, software, confidentiality, and other complex commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with Corporate, Finance, Regulatory, and other practice groups on integrated transactions.
• Counsel clients throughout all phases of IP-driven corporate and financial services transactions.
• Manage multiple sophisticated client matters while maintaining exceptional responsiveness and attention to detail.
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to continued practice growth.

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• At least 3 years of experience focused on intellectual property transactional law.
• Significant experience negotiating commercial contracts, licensing agreements, and IP transactions.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions and/or financial services transactions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property strategy within corporate transactions.
• Licensed in North Carolina or eligible for admission.

Preferred

• Graduate of a Top 50 U.S. law school.
• Experience practicing at an Am Law 200 firm.
• Attorneys from highly respected regional firms handling sophisticated transactional matters are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with patent acquisitions, technology transfers, software licensing, and complex commercial agreements.
• Financial services industry experience.
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactional matters while collaborating across multiple practice groups.

ABOUT THE FIRM

This opportunity is with a highly respected Southeastern law firm recognized for delivering sophisticated legal counsel to Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, private equity firms, and innovative businesses. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, entrepreneurial mindset, and commitment to developing attorneys through meaningful client exposure, mentorship, and challenging transactional work.

Attorneys enjoy working alongside accomplished practitioners across Corporate, Finance, Regulatory, and Litigation practices while building long-term client relationships and advancing their careers within a supportive environment that values excellence, teamwork, and professional growth.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Charlotte continues to rank among the nation's fastest-growing legal and financial markets. Home to major financial institutions and a thriving corporate community, the city offers outstanding opportunities for attorneys practicing corporate and intellectual property law.

Outside the office, residents enjoy a vibrant Uptown district filled with award-winning restaurants, breweries, professional sports, performing arts, and cultural attractions. With nearby lakes, hiking trails, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and North Carolina beaches, Charlotte combines career advancement with an exceptional quality of life—all while maintaining a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas.

WHY ATTORNEYS CHOOSE THIS OPPORTUNITY

Top transactional attorneys are often searching for more than just sophisticated work—they're looking for a practice where they can build lasting client relationships, collaborate with exceptional colleagues, and continue developing their careers. This opportunity offers all of those advantages while providing exposure to complex, high-value transactions, meaningful responsibility, and a supportive culture that encourages long-term professional success. If you're seeking challenging intellectual property transactional work without focusing on patent prosecution, this role offers an exceptional platform for continued growth.

DISCLOSURES

• Salary Range: $260,000-$390,000 annually, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.
• This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
• No employment visa sponsorship is available for this position.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment screenings, including background and bar admission verification where permitted by law.
• The hiring employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, North Carolina, or local law.

Reference #: BSS 25-03590