Associate - Corporate Investment Funds Regulatory

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Associate for their Corporate Investment Funds Regulatory Practice in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of relevant asset management regulatory experience, with a strong understanding of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Investment Company Act of 1940.

Duties

• Provide legal, regulatory, and compliance advice to investment advisers and financial institutions globally.
• Assist in the formation and structuring of private equity, credit, hedge, and real estate funds.
• Counsel clients during SEC examinations, investigations, and enforcement proceedings.
• Collaborate with the white collar litigation department on related matters.
• Advise on Investment Company Act issues, including regulatory and structuring matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of asset management regulatory experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Experience in private equity and hedge fund formation is beneficial.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the state of Illinois or eligible for admission.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and care.
• Financial planning and retirement savings options.

The Midwest law office started their legal practice thirty years ago. More than one-hundred skilled attorneys are on staff. Areas of specialization are transactional and litigation law. Practice areas are comprehensive. Asset-based lending, bank financing, benefits-compensation, capital markets, environmental litigation, securities litigation-professional liability and transactional tax are some of their practice disciplines. Hospitality, financial services, energy and healthcare are a few of their practice industries. The Midwest practice is known for their legal prowess in tax matters of renewable energy projects.