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Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Bay Area - Technology & IP Transactions Associate

3-6 PQE · July 28, 2026 (Today)

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Bay Area - Technology & IP Transactions Associate

3-6 PQE · July 28, 2026 (Today)

Salary

$260,000 –$390,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

Corporate, Intellectual Property · Licensing · Outsourcing · Technology Transactions

Locations

San Francisco · Silicon Valley

Overview

  • The role focuses on technology and IP-intensive transactions.
  • Associates work on a wide range of domestic and international transactions.
  • The Technology & IP Transactions group advises public and private companies across diverse industries including software and AI, pharma and life sciences, energy and infrastructure, chemical and industrial, consumer products, and media and entertainment.
  • Matters handled include mergers and acquisitions, financing, joint ventures, strategic alliances, restructurings, software and systems agreements, outsourcing, R&D agreements, collaboration agreements, and various licenses (patent, trademark, copyright, and data/databases), in addition to other commercial agreements.
  • A technical degree is not required for this position.

Last updated: July 28, 2026

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  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening
    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Ryan Kidman joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's San Francisco office in the Corporate group.

    I cannot recommend Kate highly enough. She knows the Bay Area market intimately and is able to leverage that knowledge to give actionable, tailored advice (down to the specific interviewer). Kate is a true counselor and advisor and it was a privilege to work with her.

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    Ryan Kidman

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • San Francisco
  • Summer Eberhard
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    Summer Eberhard

    Lateral Link

    Why talk to Summer Eberhard?

    Connor O'Flaherty joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's Silicon Valley office in the Corporate group.

    Summer was great to work with and is a fantastic recruiter. She sourced a number of great opportunities and was incredibly helpful in navigating the legal market. She is knowledgeable of this industry and a great guide for those looking to make a change.

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP

    Connor O'Flaherty

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • Silicon Valley
  • Zsaleh Harivandi
    Top recruiter for this opening
    Zsaleh Harivandi

    Swan Legal Search

    Why talk to Zsaleh Harivandi?

    Miranda Wheeler joined Kirkland & Ellis LLP's Los Angeles office in the Litigation group.

    Zsaleh is fantastic. I cannot recommend her enough. Amidst the chaos of billing 250-hour months, it felt like moving firms was impossible. However, Zsaleh made it possible with her attention to detail, great communication, and excellent follow-up. She carefully tailored her job recommendations to what I wanted so I could efficiently decide where to apply. She was also extremely supportive of me being picky about where to apply and I knew she had (and still has) my best interest at heart. Finally, Zsaleh is so warm, kind, and friendly—you will feel comfortable around her immediately, which is critical in such a stressful process. I’ve recommended her to several friends and am doing the same here. Thank you again, Zsaleh!

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP

    Miranda Wheeler

    Kirkland & Ellis LLP • Los Angeles