Job Overview

A law firm in New York City is seeking an experienced Attorney to join their sponsor side private equity fund formation practice. The successful candidate can work directly with and receive training from leading practitioners. The role involves engaging in meaningful client interaction, including working on cutting-edge matters within the field.

Job Details

Duties

• Collaborate with senior attorneys in the sponsor side private equity fund formation practice.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on relevant statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Draft and review legal documents, including fund agreements, offering memoranda, and related contracts.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on fund formation and regulatory compliance matters.
• Assist in negotiations and transactions related to private equity fund formation.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Attorney, focusing on private equity fund formation.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Proven experience working on sponsor-side private equity fund formation matters.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently when necessary.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends in private equity fund formation.

Job Location

New York City, NY

Benefits Offered

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health care coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off, including sick time and vacation time
• Parental leave
• Basic life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.