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Job Description

Job Description

Technology Transactions Associate Attorney (Junior–Mid-Level)

Location(s) : Atlanta, Austin, Birmingham, Boston, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Newport Beach, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Portland, Richmond, San Francisco, Seattle, Stamford, Tallahassee, Tampa, Tysons Corner, Washington D.C., West Palm Beach

Direct Counsel is seeking a junior to mid-level Technology Transactions Associate Attorney to join a nationally recognized, full-service Am Law 100 firm with a top-tier global practice. The firm’s Technology Transactions team advises on complex commercial and strategic technology agreements for a wide range of clients—from startup companies to large multinational corporations—spanning industries such as healthcare, financial services, logistics, e-commerce, entertainment, and energy.

This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys with 2–5 years of experience looking to build a sophisticated practice at the intersection of technology, intellectual property, data privacy, and commercial law. Position Type : Associate (JD Class Years : 2019–2022)

About the Role :

Attorneys in this group work closely with business, legal, and technical stakeholders to structure, draft, and negotiate a wide variety of cutting-edge technology and IP-driven transactions. Associates will be expected to take on meaningful responsibility early on, working on high-value deals and client matters involving :

Information technology and business process outsourcing (IT / BPO)

Software licensing and SaaS agreements

Cloud services, APIs, and data processing agreements

ERP implementation and integration projects

Strategic alliances and joint ventures

Support for corporate transactions, including M&A, IP due diligence, and licensing

Product counseling, commercialization, e-commerce, and marketing / advertising agreements

Experience working with venture-backed companies or venture capital investors, as well as familiarity with AI, quantum computing, and emerging technologies, is a plus.

Ideal Candidate Profile :

2–5 years of experience at a major law firm handling complex commercial or technology transactions

Alternatively, experience in M&A, IP licensing, or corporate finance with an interest in transitioning to tech transactions

Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills

Demonstrated knowledge of data privacy, intellectual property, and technology-related legal issues

Proactive, client-service mindset with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams

Admission to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction where the firm maintains an office

Preferred bar admissions include Georgia, Illinois, Texas, or Massachusetts

Location & Hybrid Work Policy :

Candidates must reside and be barred in a U.S. jurisdiction where the firm has an office. While the firm supports flexibility, attorneys are expected to work in-office at least three days per week to promote collaboration and team development.

Compensation :

Expected salary range :

Junior Associate : $235,000–$260,000

Mid-Level Associate : $260,000–$365,000

Salary will be commensurate with experience, office location, and qualifications

Bonus eligibility and full benefits package included

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly through Direct Counsel or reach out for a confidential conversation.