Corporate Attorney – Investment Funds (Remote Contract Engagement)

Overview

This is a flexible, multi-month contract engagement for an experienced Investment Funds Attorney supporting an internal project for a global law firm client. Work is remote and candidates may work anywhere in the United States. The engagement is full-time or part-time depending on candidate availability.

Responsibilities

• Advise on the formation, structuring, and ongoing operation of private investment funds, including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate funds, and other pooled investment vehicles
• Draft and negotiate fund governing documents, including:
  • Limited partnership agreements
  • Subscription agreements
  • Side letters
  • Private placement memoranda
  • Investment management agreements
• Counsel clients on regulatory obligations applicable to fund managers and advisers, including the Investment Advisers Act and securities law

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working on Investment Funds matters at a large or mid-sized law firm
• Experience advising on the formation, structuring, and ongoing operation of private investment funds
• Experience drafting and negotiating fund governing documents, including the documents listed above
• Experience counseling clients on the Investment Advisers Act, securities law, and other regulatory obligations applicable to fund managers and advisers
• Licensed and in good standing in state of residence
• Strong attention to detail
• Outstanding references

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in the corporate department of a national or regional law firm

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay (annualized, full-time basis): $200,000 to $220,000 or more
• Contract pay is based on factors including work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference.
• Benefits eligibility (20+ hours per week): group medical, dental, and vision insurance; complimentary group life, LTD, and AD&D insurance; qualified 401k plan
• Benefits-eligible attorneys also receive a CLE and Professional Expense stipend

Location

Remote (candidates may work anywhere in the United States).

Confidentiality

The employer will not propose candidates to prospective clients without prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.