Investment Funds, Registered Funds/BDC Associate Attorney

Job Title: Investment Funds, Registered Funds/BDC Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A Washington, D.C.-based law firm is actively seeking a mid-level associate to join its Investment Funds Group, specifically focusing on Registered Funds and Business Development Companies (BDCs). The successful candidate will bring 3-5 years of hands-on experience advising on the formation, structure, and regulatory framework of a diverse range of retail investment vehicles. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys looking to expand their practice in a sophisticated legal environment with exposure to both traditional and alternative fund structures.

Duties:

• Advise on the creation, governance, and ongoing operations of registered investment companies, including:

  • Mutual funds

  • Exchange-traded funds (ETFs)

  • Listed closed-end funds

• Structure and provide legal guidance on alternative retail products such as:

  • Interval and tender offer funds

  • BDCs (Business Development Companies)

  • REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts)

  • Holding company structures and comparable vehicles

• Counsel clients on U.S. and international regulatory frameworks related to compliance and fund distribution

• Draft and review offering documents, governance materials, and SEC filings

• Advise on public company disclosures and capital markets transactions as applicable

• Collaborate across departments, including tax, compliance, and litigation, to deliver comprehensive client support

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant law firm experience in investment fund matters

• Demonstrated proficiency in legal issues affecting registered funds and BDCs

• Familiarity with public company reporting standards and applicable securities laws

• Exceptional legal research, drafting, and communication skills

• Ability to manage complex transactions and client relationships with minimal supervision

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the District of Columbia Bar, or eligibility to promptly obtain admission

Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

• Superior writing and editing skills for technical legal documents

• Client-oriented mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Adaptability to work within a fast-paced and collaborative team environment

Job Location:

• Washington, DC

If a major corporation is involved in a front page dispute, chances are that this firm is handling the defense. The full service law firm is ultimately all about trial work, enticing hungry young associates from top law schools to join their offices. In Washington DC, you can be guaranteed that the serious fellow in the conference room is the CEO of a major corporation, although associates will spend a few years in the library before they get to meet him. Support staff, compensation, and office environment are all top of the line. The training program and relatively speedy partnership track are an added bonus as well.