Technology Transactions Attorney

Company: Direct Counsel
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Technology Transactions Attorney Associate Location: Palo Alto, CA Practice Area: Technology Transactions Position Type: Associate Overview Direct Counsel is seeking a Technology Transactions Attorney with 2–5 years of experience to join a highly regarded law firm in Palo Alto. This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial and intellectual property matters for clients ranging from innovative startups to established global enterprises. Position Summary The ideal candidate will have a background in high technology commercial transactions and intellectual property licensing , with experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements. Substantive experience is preferred in areas such as: Artificial intelligence counseling and deployments Software and content licensing Partnering and distribution agreements Application hosting and cloud hosting services Intellectual property development and technology transfer relationships This role does not involve intellectual property litigation or prosecution/registration. It may, however, include advising on transactional privacy, compliance, and regulatory matters —particularly those affecting AI—as well as open source software counseling . Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate complex technology and IP agreements customized to client needs Provide commercially minded, pragmatic legal advice to technology-driven businesses Stay current on legal and regulatory developments impacting emerging technologies Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively Contribute to internal training and knowledge-sharing within the practice group Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California Bar (or eligibility to waive in) 2–5 years of relevant experience in technology transactions and IP licensing Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and drafting skills Proven ability to handle competing priorities in a high-energy environment Commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $235,000–$365,000 annually (based on location, experience, and skill set) Comprehensive elective benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care, and parental support programs Firm-paid benefits: life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short-term medical coverage Paid time off: 4 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, and 10 paid holidays annually Generous parental leave and fertility benefits Backup child/adult care and other support resources Equal Opportunity Employer This law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace

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