Tech Trans Associate [Mid-level] @ Practice Leading Platform

OverviewWhistler Partners is partnering with a nationally recognized technology and life sciences law firm seeking a mid-level associate (3+ years) to join its world-class Technology Transactions practice.This team handles complex, cutting-edge technology transactions for some of the most prominent technology, digital media, and consumer tech companies in the United States and internationally — from early-stage innovators to publicly traded market leaders.The practice works closely with one of the top-ranked startup, IPO, and M&A corporate platforms in the country, offering associates meaningful exposure to the intellectual property and commercial aspects of transformative deals.Why this role?At the Center of InnovationYou'll advise emerging and established technology companies on mission-critical commercial agreements, licensing arrangements, and strategic transactions involving high-value IP and data assets.True Deal AdjacencyThis practice works hand-in-hand with corporate teams on M&A, IPOs, and other major transactions. You'll counsel on the intellectual property and commercial components of deals — not just standalone contracts.Breadth Across Growth StagesFrom startup technology companies to public enterprises, you'll gain exposure across the full company lifecycle.Platform Strength + OptionalityThis is a nationally recognized tech transactions group within a broader firm known for its dominance in startup and life sciences work — a powerful foundation whether your long-term goal is partnership or in-house leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesDraft and negotiate complex commercial and technology agreementsAdvise on software licensing, IP commercialization, SaaS, data rights, and platform agreementsSupport M&A and other corporate transactions on IP and commercial diligence and structuringCounsel clients on contract and intellectual property strategyWork closely with corporate teams advising startup, growth-stage, and public companiesIdeal Candidate Profile3+ years of substantial law firm experience in technology transactionsStrong grounding in intellectual property and contract lawExperience handling complex commercial agreements for technology companiesExposure to IP and commercial aspects of M&A or other corporate transactionsSuperior academic credentialsExcellent drafting, communication, and interpersonal skillsBarred in the jurisdiction of application or eligible to waive/sit for the next examLocationsBoston, New York, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, or Santa Monica.About Whistler PartnersMatchmakers, Not HeadhuntersWhistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best – after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.