Corporate Associate (Private Equity)

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm with a strong national and East Coast footprint is seeking a Corporate Associate to join its Private Equity & Finance practice group. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3–5 years of experience in investment management, fund formation, and corporate transactional work. The position involves representing institutional investors and family offices in private equity and venture capital matters, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and handling sophisticated investment-related documentation. The firm offers a hybrid work environment, strong mentorship, and a clear path toward career advancement.

Location:

• Miami, FL

Duties:

• Advise clients on the formation and structuring of private investment funds (open- and closed-end)

• Provide counsel on investment adviser regulatory compliance and obligations

• Represent institutional investors and family offices in fund investments and strategic joint ventures

• Draft and negotiate key transactional documents, including:

  • Private placement memoranda (PPMs)

  • Operating agreements for LLCs

  • Limited partnership agreements

  • Subscription agreements

  • Side letters

  • Investment management and sub-advisory agreements

• Review and advise on fund marketing materials

• Assist in private equity and venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate matters

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in investment management and private fund formation

• Strong foundation in corporate transactional law

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• High level of client service, responsiveness, and professionalism

• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing in a team-oriented setting

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to offer practical legal advice

• Bar admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where the candidate intends to practice

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in applicable state(s)

Skills:

• Proficiency in investment fund documentation and regulatory analysis

• Familiarity with representing institutional clients and family offices

• Ability to draft complex legal documents with clarity and precision

• Strong legal research, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Capability to manage competing priorities and multiple matters simultaneously

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule offering two remote workdays per week

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Mentorship from experienced legal professionals

• Clear career advancement track, including potential path to partnership

• Access to high-quality, high-impact legal work across a variety of industries

This law firm has nearly 300 associates across 13 offices in five states and the District of Columbia. Its practice areas include energy and utilities, financial services, healthcare and life sciences, real estate and environmental law, insurance and reinsurance, and corporate and business law. Headquartered in New York City, New York, the firm also has offices in Florida, New Jersey, Boston, and Washington, District of Columbia.