Senior-Level Fund Formation Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City actively seeks a highly experienced Senior-Level Fund Formation Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in structuring, forming, and operating private investment funds, with a focus on private equity secondary transactions and a solid understanding of SEC investment advisory regulations. Must have 10 years of experience

Duties:
• Lead and manage the structuring and formation of private investment funds and their management companies.
• Provide legal counsel on fund operations, compliance, and regulatory matters.
• Draft and review fund offering documents, subscription agreements, and related legal documentation.
• Conduct due diligence on fund-related matters and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth fund formations and operations.

Requirements:
• 10 years of experience in fund formation and private investment matters.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Proven experience in private equity secondary transactions and SEC investment advisory regulations.

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

Certifications:
Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:
• Strong knowledge of fund formation, private equity, and SEC investment advisory regulations.
• Excellent drafting and reviewing skills for fund-related legal documents.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence on fund matters.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

This New Jersey headquartered law firm is a leader in the New Jersey legal community. With offices in Trenton, Morrisontown, and New York City, this law firm offers the breadth and quality of the New York City law practice, but the benefits of the New Jersey firm culture including: manageable working hours, early-career substantive responsibility, and visibility within the community.