Alternative Asset Opportunities Practice Group

Ropesgray • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Ropes & Gray is seeking a transactional or funds attorney to join its Alternative Asset Opportunities practice group. The role advises sovereign wealth funds and other large investors on complex transactions across asset classes and around the world, including secondary transactions, joint ventures, co-investments, fund investments, and other strategic investment opportunities. Remote work arrangements may be considered for exceptional candidates.

The associate will work on transactions involving private equity, credit, real estate, venture capital, and infrastructure, collaborating with colleagues across transactional, tax, finance, and regulatory teams to provide integrated client solutions. The role involves managing multiple transactions from term sheet through closing.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Three to seven years of transactional or funds experience at a global law firm, with exposure to private equity or fund formation transactions.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex investment and/or fund-related agreements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in leveraging AI technology and other emerging legal technology tools to improve the quality and efficiency of legal work.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents for complex transactions across asset classes, including private equity, credit, real estate, venture capital, and infrastructure.
• Advise on deal structuring, governance arrangements, and regulatory considerations across global transactions.
• Prepare and review transaction agreements, limited partnership agreements, subscription documents, side letters, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with transactional, tax, finance, and regulatory colleagues to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Manage multiple concurrent transactions from term sheet through closing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree