Private Funds Of Counsel Attorney

Position Title:

Private Funds Of Counsel Attorney

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm with offices across major U.S. cities is seeking a seasoned attorney with deep experience in private fund formation and operations. The successful candidate will serve in a senior advisory capacity, managing high-impact investment structures and collaborating on complex legal strategies. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and brings a proactive approach to leadership and problem-solving.

Duties:

• Lead formation and operation of private investment funds, including but not limited to private equity, credit, venture capital, fund-of-funds, and real estate vehicles

• Structure and oversee co-investment arrangements, continuation vehicles, and GP stakes transactions

• Advise clients on legal and regulatory frameworks affecting fund operations and investments

• Manage secondary transactions and related restructuring initiatives

• Mentor junior associates and provide strategic guidance within practice groups

• Draft, negotiate, and review a wide range of fund-related documents and agreements

• Collaborate closely with firm partners and clients on high-profile, cross-border transactions

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years of focused experience in private funds law and related investment structures

• Demonstrated expertise in fund formation, operational structuring, and investor-side negotiations

• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to distill complex concepts concisely

• Proven ability to lead matters independently while working within a team-based environment

• Admission to the California State Bar (or eligibility to waive into California)

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred)

Skills:

• Strategic legal advisory and fund structuring acumen

• High proficiency in complex drafting and fund-related negotiations

• Leadership and mentoring capability within legal teams

• Strong interpersonal and business development instincts

• Detail-oriented with exceptional time management in high-stakes scenarios

Job Location:

• Palo Alto, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Parental leave policies including fertility and adoption support

• Access to wellness platforms and mental health apps

• Employer-sponsored health savings and flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plan options

• Flexible time-off programs and hybrid working arrangements

• Financial support for state bar registrations and legal association memberships

• Dedicated support for pro bono opportunities

• Matching donation programs for educational and charitable contributions

This vigorous, multi-national juggernaut splits its business into several practice areas, including corporate finance, labor and employment, environmental, technology licensing, litigation, patent and intellectual property, tax, and real estate. The firm boasts particularly strong intellectual property and intellectual property litigation practices. The firm?s clients include private and public companies in a number of diverse fields, such as computer hardware and software, telecommunications, biotechnology, investment banking, and transportation. Despite its size and impressive stature within the legal community, insiders claim the firm maintains a ?small firm? culture ? associates are neither competitive nor pretentious and the firm itself is notoriously not hierarchical. Although the firm will never initiate salary hikes, compensation is competitive, and billable hour pressure is manageable.