JobsUSATechnology Transactions & Licensing Associate - San Diego
Company : Direct Counsel
Location : San Diego, CA, 92101
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Details
Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 3-5 Years
Compensation: Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package
Posted: Recently
About the Role:
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a talented Technology Transactions & Licensing Associate with 3 to 5 years of experience to join its San Diego office . This is a hybrid role offering the opportunity to work with cutting-edge startups, growth-stage companies, and global enterprises on a variety of complex transactions, licensing matters, and product launches in fast-evolving tech sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on commercial contracts and licensing agreements involving software, hardware, cloud computing, AI/machine learning, and digital services
- Provide strategic product counseling and IP guidance, including in areas such as patents, IT procurement, and supply chain agreements
- Draft and negotiate complex technology agreements
- Support cross-border transactions and international licensing deals
- Advise on data privacy compliance (e.g., CCPA, GDPR) and open source licensing issues
- Collaborate with teams on IP aspects of M&A, financing, and post-closing integrations
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active bar membership in good standing
- 3-5 years of experience in technology transactions, licensing, and IP matters
- Strong understanding of commercial contract and intellectual property law
- Familiarity with software, cloud services, semiconductors, and digital assets
- Knowledge of privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and open-source licensing
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
- Team-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset
- Technical background (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering)
- Experience working with clients in high-tech sectors such as AI, cybersecurity, semiconductors, and hardware
- Familiarity with cross-border transactions and international licensing
- Experience with IP due diligence in M&A and financing deals
- Hybrid schedule based out of the San Diego office
- Work with a highly collaborative and well-regarded legal team
- Exposure to a wide variety of industries and clients ranging from startups to multinational corporations
Please submit your resume, and be prepared with cover letter, law transcript and a representative writing sample.
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