Technology Commerce Associate or Of Counsel
@ Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Seattle, WA
$315,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 15 hours ago

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Overview

Dorsey & Whitney LLP seeks a Technology Commerce Associate or Of Counsel with six plus years of experience. The role focuses on intellectual property aspects in mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, financings, and various corporate transactions.

Key Responsibilities

The attorney will structure, draft, and negotiate a variety of intellectual property and commercial transactions including license, service, development, distribution, and partnering agreements. This role involves advising on high-stakes transactions and agreements that involve intellectual property assets and technology commercialization.

  • Work on M&A, public offerings, and financing transactions.
  • Negotiate and draft licensing and commercial agreements.
  • Advise on structuring intellectual property transactions.
  • Collaborate with teams across various industries.
  • Operate within Dorsey’s Technology Commerce practice in the Corporate Group.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a JD from an ABA-accredited law school with top academic credentials and a minimum six years of relevant experience. Bar admission in Minnesota, California, Utah, Texas, or Washington (or ability to gain admission) is required. Strong communication, legal writing skills, and attention to detail are essential.

Benefits & Culture

Dorsey offers competitive compensation (with Seattle salary range from $295,000 to $315,000+), comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), leave policies, and more. The firm values a cooperative workplace environment with recognition for diversity and pro bono work.

Key skills/competency

Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Licensing, Commercial Transactions, Negotiation, Drafting, Legal Writing, Communication, Corporate Transactions, Teamwork

Application Process

Apply online at Dorsey & Whitney LLP Careers. Accommodations are available for applicants who require them.

How to Get Hired at Dorsey & Whitney LLP

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it highlighting intellectual property experience.
  • Research Dorsey & Whitney LLP: Understand their practice areas and culture.
  • Showcase negotiation skills: Emphasize experience in high-stakes deals.
  • Prepare legal case studies: Be ready to discuss drafting scenarios.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review M&A case studies
Study licensing agreement details
Practice drafting legal transaction documents
Analyze intellectual property portfolios

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork experiences concisely
Explain conflict resolution in legal cases
Discuss time management during high stakes
Share negotiation success stories

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