Digital & Technology Transactions Associate

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP is seeking an associate with 4-6 years of relevant experience to join our growing Digital & Technology Transactions practice in New York.

This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial and transactional matters at the intersection of technology, business, intellectual property, and emerging innovation. The associate will collaborate with clients and colleagues across Manatt’s practices and industries, gaining exposure to a broad range of clients from AI native or other emerging technology startups to public companies on matters and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, develop client relationships, and grow within the practice.

Practice and Responsibilities

Manatt’s Digital & Technology Transactions group advises clients across the technology, entertainment, consumer technology, consumer electronics, digital health, fin-tech, and other and evolving industries. The associate will have the opportunity to:

• Draft and negotiate a wide range of technology and commercial agreements, including software development and licensing, SaaS, reseller, hardware, and systems implementation agreements.
• Advise clients on emerging technologies and evolving business models, including the implementation and use of software, AI systems, agents, and tools.
• Support matters involving e-commerce and monetization, licensing, and distribution of content and software across digital and traditional media platforms.
• Counsel clients on the protection, licensing, and commercialization of intellectual property and related rights.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Manatt’s venture capital and M&A practices on the technology and intellectual property aspects of corporate transactions.
• Work directly with clients to understand their business objectives and develop practical, commercially focused solutions.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for candidates who bring strong transactional skills, sound judgment, and an interest in working collaboratively with clients and colleagues. Ideal candidates will have:

• 4-6 years of relevant, substantive transactional experience, with a focus on technology related matters, both in the context of mergers and acquisitions and stand-alone commercial agreements.
• Experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated technology and commercial agreements.
• Experience in one or more related areas, such as advertising/ad tech, health-tech, fin-tech, digital media, content licensing, or traditional advertising is preferred.
• Advising clients on emerging issues on use and deployment of artificial intelligence systems, software or governance is a plus.
• Experience working directly with clients and managing transactional matters with an appropriate level of independence.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• The ability to work proactively and independently while contributing effectively within collaborative, cross-functional teams.
• A practical, business-oriented approach to identifying solutions that address both client objectives and legal considerations.
• New York Bar membership in good standing.
• A record of strong academic and professional credentials.

Why Manatt

At Manatt, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and industries on sophisticated matters that reflect the rapidly changing technology and business landscape. Our integrated approach creates opportunities for attorneys to collaborate with colleagues across our legal and consulting practices, contribute meaningfully to client relationships, and develop a broader understanding of the business considerations shaping our clients’ decisions.

We value different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds and believe they strengthen our teams and the advice we provide to clients. We are committed to creating an environment where talented professionals can contribute, develop, and build meaningful careers.

US Pay Range 310000 - 390000 USD