Mid to Senior Level Private Funds Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Mid to Senior Level Private Funds Associate Attorney

Job Location:
Denver, CO

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Private Funds Associate Attorney with 5-6 years of experience in private fund formation and operation. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters alongside experienced professionals, focusing on private equity, leveraged buyouts, venture capital, hedge, mezzanine debt, real estate opportunity funds, and other types of limited partnerships, LLCs, and joint ventures. This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney looking to grow their career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Duties:

• Advise clients on the formation and operation of private funds, including private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds.
• Draft and negotiate key fund documents such as limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements, and side letters.
• Guide clients through complex legal structures involving joint ventures, limited liability companies, and other fund-related entities.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on regulatory compliance, tax considerations, and other operational aspects of private funds.
• Support clients in fundraisers, capital raising activities, and ongoing fund management.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, ensuring seamless communication and execution of legal strategies.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery.
• Mentor junior attorneys and assist in their professional development.

Requirements:

• 5-6 years of experience in private funds formation and operation, including exposure to multiple fund structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal matters concisely and effectively.
• Strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Leadership qualities and the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado or be eligible for admission through waiver.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to CO State Bar or eligibility for admission via waiver.

Skills:

• Proficiency in private fund structures and regulatory requirements.
• Strong negotiation and drafting abilities.
• Ability to handle complex legal and business issues with ease.
• Client-focused approach, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Job Location:

• Denver, CO

Benefits:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options for you and your family.
• Generous parental leave and family support benefits, including adoption, fertility treatment assistance, and backup child and elder care.
• Tax-free health accounts (HSA and FSA).
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plan options.
• Comprehensive global wellness program, with free access to healthcare advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex time away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and professional association memberships.
• In-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying and supporting pro bono work.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations.

This is the Denver office of a major international law firm. The practice in this office includes corporate, litigation, intellectual property, employment, and other types of law. This office handles legal matters in Colorado for many of the firm's huge, global clients as well as for local businesses and individuals. Major corporations from around the globe choose this firm to handle their most complicated and important cases and transactions. The atmosphere at this firm is relaxed and friendly, and attorneys are encouraged to find a balance between their work and their personal lives. Pro bono work is important to this firm, and it is credited as billable time. All attorneys receive formal training to enhance their skills, and excellent on the job training, and mentoring is also available.