Funds Associate Attorney

A law firm in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Funds Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of substantial experience in private equity fund formation and related matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in assisting private equity fund sponsors, reviewing fund documentation, and structuring governing documents for private equity fund management companies.

Duties:

• Assist private equity fund sponsors in fund formation matters, including the preparation and negotiation of fund private placement memoranda, partnership agreements, and related ancillary agreements.
• Review fund documentation on behalf of institutional investors and negotiate fund terms.
• Structure and draft governing documents related to private equity fund management companies and general partners.
• Stay current with relevant securities rules and regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act.
• Provide support for private equity "secondary" transactions when necessary.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of significant experience in private equity fund formation and related matters.
• Experience at a large law firm or in-house setting, preferably.
• Admission to the State Bar of North Carolina.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of North Carolina.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of private equity fund formation and related legal matters.
• Proficiency in the preparation and negotiation of fund private placement memoranda and partnership agreements.
• Negotiation skills for fund terms.
• Knowledge of relevant securities rules and regulations, particularly the Investment Advisers Act.
• Familiarity with private equity "secondary" transactions is a plus.

This law firm is more than a decade and a half old and has global presence in 17 offices across Europe, North America and Asia. Its service areas are tax, litigation, corporate and transactional, intellectual property, antitrust, labor, employment and employee benefits and energy and environmental. The firm serves clients across various industries. The attorneys focus on commitment, experience, flexibility and creativity to deliver the best solutions to the clients.