K&L Gates is a global law firm seeking a Midlevel Associate for their Intellectual Property practice focusing on Technology Transactions and Data Protection in Seattle. The role involves drafting and negotiating commercial contracts related to technology and IP, advising clients on product development, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
Responsibilities
- Experience with IP and technology as well as commercial contracts that involve the acquisition, use, and exploitation of technology and IP
- Candidates must have direct experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, such as contracts related to product development and licensing, manufacturing, resale, supply chain and logistics, and customer agreements, including, both consumer and B2B, hardware, software, and services which include SaaS
- Additional experience advising clients on the development and commercialization on products, including IP protection and regulatory compliance, in particular regulations related to data protection, privacy, and security is a plus
- The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic contributor to the Firm and office culture, and have a collaborative approach to his/her work environment
Skills
- One to four years of transactional experience with an understanding of IP as well as product development
- Experience with IP and technology as well as commercial contracts that involve the acquisition, use, and exploitation of technology and IP
- Direct experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, such as contracts related to product development and licensing, manufacturing, resale, supply chain and logistics, and customer agreements, including both consumer and B2B, hardware, software, and services which include SaaS
- Strong interest in Technology and IP as shown by one or more of the following: work experience in the legal field or STEM field or technology industry, law school courses and activities, undergraduate studies in related subjects (e.g., science, technology, engineering, or math), IP prosecution or litigation experience, Law Review/Moot Court or journal experience
- Self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to providing the highest quality client service
- Superior academic credentials (top 15% preferred)
- Additional experience advising clients on the development and commercialization of products, including IP protection and regulatory compliance, in particular regulations related to data protection, privacy, and security
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
- Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement plan
- Health Advocacy Services
- Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
- Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
- Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
- Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
- Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
- Addiction Resources
- Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
- Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
- Paid Holidays (12)
- Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements
- Family Building Benefits
- Pro Bono Opportunities
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Bar Expense Reimbursement
- 529 Deductions
- Relocation
- Accident Insurance
- Balanced Hours Program
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down Program
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Employee Referral Program
- Bereavement Leave
- Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
- Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
- Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
- Wellness Program
- All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law
Company Overview
At K&L Gates, we foster an inclusive and collaborative environment across our fully integrated global platform that enables us to diligently combine the knowledge and expertise of our lawyers and policy professionals to create teams that provide exceptional client solutions. It was founded in 1883, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.klgates.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
K&L Gates has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 1 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 19 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.