Full-Time Attorney

Investment Transactions Attorney (Senior Associate, Of Counsel, Partner)

Family Office Investment Transactions – Senior Associate, Counsel, or Partner

A leading Am Law 100 law firm is seeking a Senior Associate, Counsel, or Partner to join its Investment Transactions / Family Office Practice. This practice advises ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals, family offices, and closely held investment platforms on sophisticated domestic and cross‑border investment transactions across a wide range of asset classes and supporting complex investment transactions across a diversified portfolio of assets. This role involves direct engagement with principals, executives, and investment professionals on high‑value, bespoke transactions.

Role Overview

The position focuses on structuring, negotiating, and executing domestic and cross‑border investments for family offices, including direct investments, co‑investments, and fund‑related matters. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor, balancing legal precision with commercial and relationship‑driven considerations unique to family office environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage investment transactions across asset classes, including:

Private equity and venture capital investments

Real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and joint ventures

Credit, structured finance, and special situations

Hedge fund, private fund, and co‑investment arrangements

Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation, including:

Purchase and sale agreements

Shareholder, operating, and partnership agreements

Subscription documents and side letters

Financing and security documents

Advise on transaction structuring, risk allocation, and governance considerations

Coordinate with tax, estate planning, regulatory, and trust & estates professionals

Oversee and mentor junior attorneys (for senior associate/counsel roles)

For partner‑level candidates, contribute to client development, relationship management, and practice growth

Qualifications

Senior Associate: Typically 6–8+ years of relevant transactional experience

Counsel/Partner: 9+ years of experience, with demonstrated leadership and client‑facing responsibilities

Strong background in private investments, M&A, private funds, or real estate transactions

Experience advising family offices, private investment vehicles, or UHNW clients strongly preferred

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and project management skills

Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment

Professional Attributes

Commercially minded and solutions‑oriented

Comfortable working directly with principals and senior executives

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously

Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach

Entrepreneurial mindset with an appreciation for long‑term relationships

Education & Bar Admission

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA‑accredited law school

Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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