Boston | Hybrid
$260,000 – $390,000+
A premier AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a Technology Licensing & M&A Support Associate Attorney to join its Boston office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing technology companies, software providers, life sciences companies, private equity sponsors, and strategic acquirers in sophisticated intellectual property transactions, technology licensing, and M&A support matters.
• 3–5 years of intellectual property transactions and technology licensing experience gained at a national or international law firm
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology licensing agreements, intellectual property licenses, and other complex commercial technology agreements
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, and other corporate transactions through intellectual property and technology due diligence
• Experience drafting and negotiating joint development agreements, collaboration agreements, strategic alliance agreements, technology services agreements, and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) agreements
• Experience negotiating distribution agreements, including OEM, VAR, reseller, channel partner, and other commercial distribution arrangements
• Experience advising clients on technology transactions, commercialization strategies, intellectual property ownership, and technology transfer issues
• Familiarity with open source software licensing and related compliance considerations is strongly preferred
• Experience advising on artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and emerging technology-related intellectual property issues is strongly preferred
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary deal teams
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Massachusetts bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Elite Intellectual Property Transactions & Technology practice
Sophisticated technology licensing, commercial transactions, and M&A support work
Opportunity to represent leading technology companies, software providers, life sciences innovators, and private equity sponsors
Significant client interaction and early responsibility
Strong mentorship, professional development, and partnership-track opportunities
Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment with market-leading compensation and benefits
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.
I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries are always welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com