Job Description

Our client is an elite law firm is seeking a M id-to-Senior Level Associate to join its growing Private Investment Funds Practice Group . This is a career-defining role for an attorney who thrives on complex structuring, regulatory depth, and client engagement. Hiring at Multiple Locations: Chicago, NYC, DC

You’ll work alongside respected partners and dealmakers to advise top-tier private fund sponsors and institutional investors across a wide range of strategies— private equity, venture capital, credit, real estate, infrastructure, and impact funds . The role offers significant client exposure, high-profile fund launches, and direct impact on global capital flows.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as lead associate on the formation, structuring, and launch of U.S. and offshore private funds
• Draft and negotiate offering documents , including PPMs, LPAs, side letters, and GP/manager-level agreements
• Counsel clients on U.S. securities compliance , especially Investment Advisers Act requirements and Form ADV filings
• Provide legal guidance on SBIC licensing , regulatory approvals, and fund lifecycle compliance
• Represent institutional investors during diligence and negotiation of fund terms and side letters
• Support secondary transactions , including GP-led fund restructurings and continuation vehicles
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team of partners, associates, and clients in a supportive, fast-moving environment

Basic Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar admission in your state of practice
• 6–8 years of experience in private fund formation, ideally within an Am Law 100 or equivalent legal environment
• Deep experience drafting and negotiating private offering materials , fund agreements, and related documents
• Solid understanding of U.S. securities law , including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940
• Experience with institutional investor representation , co-investment structures, or GP-led transactions is highly valued
• Strong client communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative, proactive mindset
• Interest in long-term clients

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

• Work directly with sophisticated sponsors and institutional LPs on $100M+ fund launches
• Accelerated client exposure and visibility within a nationally ranked funds practice
• Supportive culture that values mentoring, growth, and long-term career development
• Hybrid work model with flexibility and autonomy for top-performing associates
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits in a high-performance legal team environment

Relocation Assistance? Yes - $5k Stipend for relocation if moving over 75 miles

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.

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If you're ready to take the next step in your funds career and work on high-impact deals alongside top-tier colleagues, we’d love to connect. Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to be considered.

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