Business Law and Investment Management Senior Counsel or Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a transactional associate with at least three years of experience or a senior counsel with at least eight years of experience to join the investment management team in Tucson. The ideal candidate will have experience in investment management matters, including regulatory compliance, private fund formation, and general corporate work.

Duties

• Advise on investment adviser, investment company, and broker-dealer regulatory compliance.
• Represent institutional investors in various transactions.
• Assist in private fund formation and related transactions.
• Collaborate with legal and non-legal professionals on investment management matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience for associates; eight years for senior counsel.
• Proven experience in investment management and corporate transactions.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of practice.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and disability insurance.

This very large firm handles virtually all types of litigation and transactional law. They have several offices across the United States, and they have been a legal powerhouse in the Midwest for a long time. The firm's size allows it to handle the most complex transactions and cases, and its clients include many Fortune 500 companies. The attorneys at this firm are a diverse group, and excellent opportunities for training and mentoring are available. Associates are allowed to choose the practice areas and specific assignments that interest them, and the billable hours requirements are reasonable, so attorneys can have lives outside of the office.