Role purpose
A&O Shearman’s global technology transactions practice seeks an accomplished associate to join our Silicon Valley or San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising on complex digital, AI, intellectual property, data, and technology matters, often within a corporate and transactional context. This role requires a proactive professional with a global mindset, who can provide strategic legal counsel to clients across a range of industries, ensuring compliance and supporting innovation in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Successful candidates based in Silicon Valley would additionally have the opportunity to work closely with the co-heads of our global technology sector practice on a daily basis.
The salary range for this position is $225,000 - $435,000, depending on the candidate's JD year. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package which includes a discretionary bonus, paid leave, life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
Role and responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, such as technology licenses, joint ventures, and strategic alliances.
Support corporate transactions involving technology and IP assets, including mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and post-closing integration.
Assist with product counseling and analysis of emerging legal issues in the technology sector, with a current focus on AI.
Monitor and analyze emerging legal and regulatory trends in technology, data, AI, and IP, and communicate their impact to clients and internal stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree (LLM or foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.
Must be admitted, and in good standing, to the California bar.
Previous Corporate Technology Transactions experience, either at a firm or in-house.
Preferred Requirements
Ability to work well under pressure and manage your time effectively.
JD Years 2021 - 2017
Equal Employment Opportunity, including Veterans and Disability
A&O Shearman is an equal opportunity employer, including Veterans and Disability. Every individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all aspects of an individual’s relationship with A&O Shearman, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
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