Investment Funds & Private Equity Associate Attorney
$310kAligned Talent Acquisition
Chicago | Hybrid
Investment Funds & Private Equity Associate Attorney
AmLaw 50 Opportunity
Compensation
$310,000 – $535,000
A leading international law firm is seeking an Investment Funds & Private Equity Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors in sophisticated investment fund formation and related transactions.
Ideal Background
- 4–7 years of investment funds, private equity fund formation, or corporate transactional experience gained at a large law firm
- Experience representing private fund sponsors and institutional investors in the formation and operation of private investment funds
- Experience with the formation of private equity funds, venture capital funds, real estate funds, and other private investment vehicles
- Experience advising clients on co‑investments, secondary transactions, and other complex investment structures
- Experience drafting and negotiating fund formation documents, subscription agreements, side letters, and related transactional documentation
- Familiarity with securities laws, investment adviser regulations, and fund regulatory matters is preferred
- Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Ability to work directly with clients and assume significant responsibility
- Excellent academic credentials
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Key Highlights
- Sophisticated global investment funds platform
- Representation of premier private fund sponsors and institutional investors
- Significant client interaction and responsibility
- Exposure to complex fund formation, co‑investment, and secondary transactions
- Strong mentorship and professional development
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
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