Investment Counsel

Overview

A technology-driven alternative asset management firm is seeking an Investment Counsel to support the deployment of its latest litigation finance fund. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, lawyers, and investment analysts to make timely investment decisions in a dynamic environment. This position is ideal for an experienced attorney interested in the intersection of law and finance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and due diligence on potential investment opportunities
• Prepare detailed investment memoranda
• Engage in real-time negotiations with plaintiffs and attorneys regarding investment terms and pricing
• Collaborate closely with the engineering team to translate legal expertise into automated processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, History, Law, or a related field from a top-tier institution, or equivalent experience
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited top 20 law school
• Minimum of 10 years of post-law school experience, including litigation practice at an AmLaw 200 firm or comparable boutique firm
• Experience in plaintiff-side representation, alternative fee arrangements, litigation finance, or asset management is advantageous but not mandatory
• Expertise in several of the following areas: commercial litigation, breach of contract, antitrust, multidistrict litigation, employment disputes, whistleblower claims, corporate governance litigation

Location

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Compensation & Benefits

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