Investment Funds Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Investment Funds Attorney for its Chicago, IL office. This professional track position requires 1-3 years of experience in fund formation matters, including drafting and negotiating fund documents and investor side letters. Experience with secondaries transactions is advantageous.

Duties

• Communicate effectively with partners, clients, and staff.
• Produce timely and accurate deliverables.
• Analyze complex legal issues and apply legal principles.
• Provide high-quality work under pressure.
• Mentor junior lawyers and staff.
• Travel as required for client meetings and business development.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in an AmLaw 100 firm preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good business judgment.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.