Counsel Pensions, Benefits & Investments

Job Overview:
A prominent U.S.-based law firm is seeking a Counsel with extensive experience in private fund investments and public market transactions to join its Pensions, Benefits & Investments practice group. This role is ideal for a highly skilled attorney with at least 8 years of experience handling complex matters involving institutional investors and fund managers. The position offers flexibility in location, high-level legal work, and the opportunity to take full ownership of transactions across diverse asset classes. This is a non-partner track role, designed for attorneys who thrive in a collaborative, high-performance legal environment.

Location:

• Sacramento, CA

Duties:

• Advise institutional clients and fund managers on private fund investments and structuring

• Manage legal work related to public market transactions, including compliance and documentation

• Draft, review, and negotiate fund agreements, side letters, and other investment documents

• Take lead on high-value transactions across various asset classes

• Offer strategic legal advice on fiduciary obligations, governance, and regulatory issues

• Coordinate with cross-practice teams to provide integrated legal support to clients

• Handle multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency and professionalism

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in investment management, pensions, benefits, or private funds law

• Extensive knowledge of fund formation, asset management, and investment structuring

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage complex transactions

• Prior experience advising both managers and investors preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials preferred

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Bar of the state where the candidate will be based

Skills:

• Advanced legal drafting, analytical, and negotiation capabilities

• Expertise in private equity, hedge funds, and/or public securities law

• Strong client communication and relationship management skills

• Ability to manage workload under deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively

• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with attention to detail

Benefits:

• Non-partner track position

• Equal Opportunity Employer with inclusive employment practices

• Fair Chance Employer committed to evaluating all qualified applicants

• Opportunity to work on high-value transactions in a nationally respected law firm

This is a full-service firm that is medium in size. The firm is very well respected in trial and appellate courts across the country, and has a very unique intellectual culture to it. It is very well-known for its appellate work. Insiders claim the firm actively encourages its attorneys to maintain a life outside of the office and the minimum billable requirement is only 1,900 hours/year.