Associate - Private Funds/Investment Services

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 3-5 years of corporate or securities law experience to join their Investment Services team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have a background in working with SEC-registered investment advisers and private investment funds, including private equity and venture capital.

Duties

• Advise on regulatory and compliance matters regarding federal securities laws.
• Engage in transactional work involving investment advisers and private investment funds.
• Manage multiple legal matters simultaneously.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of corporate and securities law experience at a law firm.
• Experience with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and the Securities Act of 1933.
• Transactional/mergers & acquisitions experience preferred.
• Admitted in, or taking steps to become admitted in, Illinois, New York, or District of Columbia.

Education

• J.D. degree with strong academic credentials.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in applicable jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement planning with 401K contributions.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional perks such as employee discounts and wellness programs.

Here is a premier mid-sized law firm, with sophisticated practice in corporate, labor and employment, and litigation. It has one of the most successful and prestigious intellectual property (including patent prosecution and litigation), M&A, finance/commercial lending and investment services (mutual fund, etc.) practices in the nation. With a couple of offices in the East Coast, and a main office in Chicago, this firm is a powerhouse when it comes to technological and financial and finance matters. Its clients range from Fortune 500 corporations, other private and public companies, startups, banks and other financial institutions, securities brokers and dealers, mutual funds, investment advisers, insurance companies, multi-employer benefit plans, manufacturers, universities, school districts, municipalities, utilities, health care institutions, trade and professional associations, not-for-profit organizations, and individuals. Client contact is early, and you are expected to produce and work hard from the first day. Everyone takes their jobs very seriously, but mentorship and guidance is available for those who seek it. The pay is competitive with the largest law firms in Chicago, and the firm provides merit-based bonuses to avoid strict lock-step compensation. Top grades from top law schools are required. For someone who wants to be a part of an innovative, yet prestigious law firm that has superb reputation and sophisticated practice that rivals the large firms in town, this is your place.