Corporate Associate Funds and Investment Management

A law firm seeks a Corporate Associate specializing in funds and investment management to join their Boulder, CO office. This position focuses on advising sponsors and investors in various alternative investment funds, including venture capital, private equity, real estate, low-income housing, and hedge funds. The associate will engage in structuring, formation, ongoing management, and regulatory compliance for a variety of private investment funds and their associated management entities.

Duties

• Support the structuring, formation, and ongoing management of private investment funds and related entities.
• Advise a diverse range of institutional investors involved in private investment funds.
• Provide legal guidance on fund formation for various types, including venture capital, growth equity, buyout, fund-of-funds, private credit, and non-traditional fund structures.
• Assist clients with compliance in regulatory matters related to investment activities.
• Draft and review limited partnership and limited liability agreements.
• Provide counsel on U.S. federal and state securities matters, as well as the Investment Advisers Act and Investment Company Act.
• Participate in secondary transactions and structuring carry vehicles as required.
• Develop and maintain client relationships to support long-term advisory roles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in private investment fund formation, particularly in venture capital, private equity, real estate, and hedge funds.
• Strong understanding of limited partnership and limited liability agreements.
• Proficiency in advising on U.S. federal and state securities regulations.
• Experience working with the Investment Advisers Act and the Investment Company Act is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to handle secondary transactions and structure carry vehicles.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the relevant state bar, preferably Colorado.

Certifications

• Admission to the Colorado Bar or eligibility for immediate admission.

Skills

• High level of analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective client interaction.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous parental leave, with an automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program pre- and post-leave.
• Inclusive fertility and family planning benefits.
• Access to supplemental income protection options such as accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Educational assistance programs and access to continuing legal education subscription services.
• Participation in volunteer and service opportunities, supporting work-life balance through programs such as flexible work arrangements, sabbaticals, and unlimited PTO.

This is undoubtedly one of Colorado's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Colorado legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in Colorado, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.