Investment Funds Associate (Multi City)
About The Position
DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its Investment Funds group in Austin, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and experience advising on the formation and operation of domestic and international private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds, as well as investments in such funds. We are particularly interested in candidates with significant experience in secondary transactions, including both sponsor-side and investor-side representations. Additional experience structuring separately managed accounts and carry vehicles is a plus. Candidates should possess immediately transferable skills and the ability to contribute to a sophisticated, market-leading investment funds practice.
Requirements
- JD degree from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing.
- 3-6 years of experience.
- Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Significant experience in secondary transactions, including both sponsor-side and investor-side representations.
- Additional experience structuring separately managed accounts and carry vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Advise on the formation and operation of domestic and international private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds.
- Advise on investments in private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds.
- Represent clients in secondary transactions, including both sponsor-side and investor-side.
- Structure separately managed accounts and carry vehicles.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
- Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
- Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
- Comply with firm policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
