Tech Transactions & Data Privacy Associate

• Base Pay $225,000.00 - $250,000.00 / Year

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About Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP

For over a century, Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP (Davis Graham) has ranked among the region's most prominent law firms, consistently delivering high-quality legal services to emerging and established businesses across the Mountain West. We are the leading independent law firm in our region, offering AmLaw 50 quality at a distinct value - a true differentiator for sophisticated businesses facing major legal challenges within our recognized specialties.

Davis Graham is recognized as the leading firm for middle-market and lower-middle-market M&A, finance and corporate governance work, with particular depth in the energy, private equity, hospitality, and technology sectors. Our litigators hold a dominant position in high-stakes cases across the region, most notably in complex commercial disputes, environmental and energy litigation, and enforcement and investigations.

While our firm's Denver location and intermediate size allow strong, collaborative relationships with local and regional clients, our broad experience and innovative use of technology enable us to partner effectively with businesses and their investors throughout the country and internationally. We are committed to a culture of professional excellence—attracting top-tier talent, investing in our people, and delivering exceptional results for our clients. Davis Graham is a firm defined by a hardworking partnership, an ownership mentality, and a deep commitment to one another and our clients.

Davis Graham is seeking an outstanding mid-level Technology Transactions and Data Privacy Associate to join our highly regarded Intellectual Property & Technology Transactions Group. Ideal candidates should have three to five years of experience in technology transactions, data privacy, and related technology/IP matters, preferably at a large law firm. This position will principally advise clients on complex commercial technology transactions, as well as data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI) matters. The role will afford the incoming associate the opportunity to lead negotiations on sophisticated commercial transactions; structure innovative technology deals; advise on product development and commercialization strategies; and counsel clients on compliance with U.S. state and international privacy laws, the development and implementation of privacy programs, and evolving regulatory requirements.

Preferred candidates will have experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial technology agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, cloud services, technology development, and other technology-driven commercial arrangements; and advising on technology issues arising in mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other strategic transactions. They will also have experience counseling clients on U.S. and international privacy laws (including state comprehensive privacy laws, the CCPA/CPRA, the GDPR, biometric, children's, and health privacy laws), developing and implementing privacy compliance programs, policies, notices, and governance frameworks, and advising on AI governance and data governance issues. All candidates should possess excellent drafting and negotiation skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into practical, business-oriented advice. Candidates should be comfortable interacting directly with clients, managing multiple matters simultaneously, and taking ownership of sophisticated transactions. ECVC experience and experience managing data breach investigations, incident response, and advising on cybersecuritymatters is a significant plus, but not required.

Candidates must have excellent academic credentials and strong written and oral communication skills. Applicants should be entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and highly motivated to help us grow our practice and serve our clients. Candidates must have a J.D. from an accredited law school.

Davis Graham offers a platform that combines big-firm sophistication with a culture that values mentorship, professional development, and early opportunities to take on meaningful responsibility and gain real client experience. Our attorneys enjoy competitive compensation, access to cutting edge legal technology, a robust benefits package, and the opportunity to build enduring client relationships in one of the nation's most dynamic legal markets.

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open until October 1, 2026.

Davis Graham offers competitive benefits. For a full list of benefits provided, please select this link: Benefits .

Davis Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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