ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – PRIVATE FUNDS

Preferred Locations: Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C.

Additional Locations Available - full list found at the bottom of this description.

A premier Amlaw 50 firm is seeking a highly qualified mid-level to senior Associate Attorney to join its Private Investment Funds practice. This position is available in several key markets, with a particular focus on Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Admission to the Bar in the state of the preferred office location.
• 4–8 years of substantive experience advising private fund managers, with a focus on fund formation and ongoing operations.
• Demonstrated experience representing private investment funds through all stages of their lifecycle, including formation, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Experience drafting and reviewing private offering materials and familiarity with SBIC licensing is preferred.
• Soft Skills: Excellent writing, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills are essential, as well as a keen attention to detail and strong business acumen.

• Advise fund sponsors on structuring, launching, and operating private investment funds.
• Draft and negotiate fund documents and private placement memoranda.
• Provide regulatory guidance, including matters related to the Investment Advisers Act, SEC compliance, and SBIC regulations.
• Work closely with clients to navigate the legal and business complexities of fund formation and investor relations.
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and cross-practice colleagues to deliver practical, business-oriented legal solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly-respected investment funds practice at a firm known for its collegial culture, robust resources, and commitment to professional development. You’ll work directly with leading fund sponsors, institutional investors, and financial institutions on sophisticated transactions across a variety of fund strategies and structures. The firm fosters an environment where associates can take ownership of their work, benefit from meaningful mentorship, and grow their practice in collaboration with top-tier colleagues. This is an ideal platform for associates seeking challenging work, client interaction, and long-term career growth.

Our client is strongly committed to community engagement and serving the public interest as one of the first law firms to implement pro bono initiatives. They are consistently ranked within the top 15 of The American Lawyer Pro Bono Scorecard. Whether based in Chicago, Charlotte, New York, or another office, you'll be joining a law firm with strong values, on a team committed to innovation and excellence in the evolving investment funds space.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range of $310,000 to $435,000, as determined by experience and market factors.
• Eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) and other retirement plans; HSA/FSA; flexible vacation time; 20 weeks of paid parental leave; employee assistance programs; commuter benefits; and relocation expense reimbursement.
• Additional Perks: Flexible hours, reduced hours targets during ramp-down and ramp-up, overnight breast milk delivery for traveling mothers, backup child and elder care benefits, emotional wellness resources, and robust professional development programs.

Application Requirements

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

All Locations

CA (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley)

DC (Washington)

FL (Miami)

IL (Chicago)

NC (Charlotte)

NY (New York)

TX (Dallas, Houston)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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