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Private Funds Associate Attorney

$310k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Private Funds Associate Attorney (Mid-Senior Level)

Locations

This position may be based in New York, Washington, DC, Los Angeles, Chicago, or San Francisco .

Position Overview

Direct Counsel is seeking a  Private Funds Associate Attorney (mid-senior level) to join a leading Am Law firm with a highly regarded Investment Funds & Private Capital practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced private funds attorney to join a growing team advising sophisticated clients across a broad range of private investment strategies.

The ideal candidate will have meaningful experience representing clients in the formation and structuring of private investment funds, particularly funds focused on private equity, real estate, credit, and/or other illiquid asset classes . Candidates should have experience advising clients throughout the fund lifecycle, including fund formation, structuring, capital raising, and related legal matters.

Responsibilities
  • Advise sponsors, asset managers, and other sophisticated clients on the formation and structuring of private investment funds.

  • Handle fund formations involving private equity, real estate, credit, and/or other illiquid investment strategies.

  • Advise clients on capital raising and related legal and regulatory considerations.

  • Counsel clients on a broad range of legal issues related to private funds and private capital investments.

  • Work collaboratively with attorneys across complementary practice areas to deliver comprehensive advice to clients.

  • Manage sophisticated matters while maintaining strong client relationships and attention to detail.

Qualifications
  • Mid-senior level Associate Attorney with meaningful private funds experience.

  • Substantial experience with private fund formation and structuring.

  • Experience with funds focused on private equity, real estate, credit, and/or other illiquid asset classes.

  • Experience advising clients on capital raising and related legal matters.

  • Outstanding academic credentials.

  • Prior experience at a leading law firm.

  • Admission to practice law and good standing in the jurisdiction where the attorney will be hired.

  • Strong analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $310,000–$435,000 annually , with actual compensation determined based on experience and other relevant factors.

Application Requirements

Candidates should be prepared to submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and deal sheet .

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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