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Technology Transactions Associate Attorney

235K–310K
Partially · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Technology Transactions Associate Attorney will join a leading Am Law firm's Technology Companies Group, advising startups, venture-backed companies, and established tech businesses on IP and commercial transactions. Draft and negotiate agreements across licensing, SaaS, cloud, and development, and counsel on M&A, financings, and emerging tech including AI and blockchain. Collaborate with corporate, IP, and VC attorneys in a 2-4 year associate role with a $235,000-$310,000 salary.

What You'll Do7

  • 1Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements including licensing, collaboration, development, partnering, technology transfer, SaaS, and cloud services.
  • 2Advise emerging companies, venture-backed businesses, and established tech companies on IP and commercial transaction matters.
  • 3Counsel clients on technology strategy, product development, commercialization, and market positioning.
  • 4Support corporate partnerships, strategic alliances, and licensing arrangements across technology and life sciences sectors.
  • 5Advise on IP and technology issues in M&A, venture capital financings, public offerings, and corporate transactions.
  • 6Conduct legal research on emerging technologies including AI, fintech, autonomous vehicles, edtech, renewable energy, cybersecurity, AR/VR, biotechnology, and digital health.
  • 7Collaborate closely with corporate, IP, and venture capital attorneys on sophisticated transactional matters.

Requirements8

  • 1J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the practicing jurisdiction.
  • 22-4 years of experience in intellectual property and technology transactions.
  • 3Proven track record drafting and negotiating commercial technology agreements.
  • 4Strong interest in supporting M&A transactions, venture capital financings, and emerging growth companies.
  • 5Excellent legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
  • 6Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
  • 7Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a collaborative environment.
  • 8Interest in advising innovative companies in cutting-edge technology and life sciences.

Salary Insight

$235 - $310k per year

Location

Typepartially
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

DraftingNegotiationLegal ResearchIntellectual PropertyTechnology TransactionsMergers and AcquisitionsVenture Capital FinancingCommunication
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