Senior Fund Formation Lawyer

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Fund Formation Lawyer with more than six years of experience to join their Investment Funds practice in Austin, TX. The ideal candidate will have significant experience advising sponsors on fund formation matters and limited partners, including sovereign funds, on investments in private equity funds and other private investment vehicles.

Duties

• Advise sponsors on fund formation and structuring.
• Guide limited partners on investments in private equity funds.
• Handle investor negotiations and governance matters.
• Manage ongoing regulatory and compliance issues.
• Collaborate on private equity transactions and financings.

Requirements

• Over six years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience with 1940 Act matters expected.
• Experience with '40 Act funds is a plus.
• Depth in energy and infrastructure-focused funds preferred.
• Experience with cross-border fund structures desired.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in good standing.

Skills

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in handling complex legal documents.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

This Texas-headquartered elite firm is appealing for associates interested in energy work. The firm is serious about its career development. Junior associates are assigned a senior associate mentor and formal training at the firm is guaranteed. Associates confirmed the firm has an encouragement aspect and all workers strive to the best job they can do. This firm has gained important recognition in the community for its diversity efforts. Pro bono is popular among the attorneys and most have devoted over 100 years each year to pro bono efforts. Thefirm pays top-of-market compensation.