Strategic Transactions and Licensing Associate
Gunderson Dettmer
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- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years
- Must know
- Networking
- Work
- On-site in San Francisco Bay Area
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
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- Nov 1, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
An associate is sought to join the Strategic Transactions and Licensing group in Austin, Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, or Ann Arbor. This practice offers early responsibility, direct client contact, and exposure to companies in technology, life sciences, AI, financial services, and consumer products across all stages of growth. The role is designed for associates who wish to accelerate their development as technology and commercial counselors while working with a collaborative, high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate licensing, partnering, and commercial agreements.
- Provide intellectual property, privacy, and product counseling directly to clients.
- Manage transactions across all stages of clients’ businesses, from formation and financings to buy- and sell-side acquisitions.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Eagerness to work with startup and venture capital clients.
- Interest in developing a broad, marketable technology transactions skill set and becoming a pragmatic, business-oriented advisor.
- A technical degree is not required but enthusiasm for, and a willingness to learn about, emerging technology is a must.
Qualifications
- JD class years: 2017–2023 (or equivalent experience).
- Previous large law firm experience.
- Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following:
- Commercial contracts drafting and negotiation.
- Venture financing or M&A transactions.
- Intellectual property litigation or counseling.
- Admission to the State Bar of California or Texas.
- Superior academic credentials from a top law school.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Note: Candidates interested in the Ann Arbor office may be eligible for relocation after an initial period in another office.
Note: Attorneys in Austin, Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco Tech Group operate as a single “West Coast” practice. Subject to admission to the applicable state bar, candidates may elect to sit in any of these offices.