Principal Attorney Fund Formation

A law firm seeks an experienced Principal Attorney with expertise in fund formation to join its Business Practice Group in Spokane, WA. This role provides an opportunity to work closely with a diverse range of clients on intricate fund-related matters across various industry sectors. The candidate will collaborate regularly with attorneys from multiple practice areas.

Duties

• Lead the formation of private investment funds, including venture funds, incubators, accelerators, private equity funds, and crypto venture funds.
• Draft and negotiate essential fund documentation, such as limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements, and private placement memoranda.
• Advise clients on fund structuring and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide continuous support to fund managers and investors regarding fund-related issues.
• Counsel clients on corporate governance, fiduciary duties, and potential conflicts.
• Assist clients with regulatory filings and compliance matters for private investment funds.
• Ensure compliance with both federal and state securities regulations.
• Advise clients on SEC regulations, including the Investment Company Act and Investment Advisers Act.
• Oversee securities filings and reporting requirements.
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents for fund-related investments.
• Coordinate with other practice areas on multi-disciplinary transactions.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions involving fund clients.
• Participate in client development and relationship-building activities.
• Keep current with industry trends and developments to provide proactive client advice.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 7 years in fund formation, particularly in private equity, real estate, venture capital, and other asset classes; skilled in advising clients on fund structuring, capital raising, compliance, and related legal matters.
• Book of Business: A portable client base is essential.
• Academic Credentials: JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance.
• Licensing: Active license to practice law.
• Skills: Excellent analytical and drafting abilities, client-focused approach, and strong verbal and written communication.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain organizational detail.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active law license.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of fund formation processes and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating fund-related legal documents.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple complex projects.
• Effective communicator with experience in client advisement and negotiation.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Commuter allowance
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Billable credit hours for approved diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work
• Annual performance-based bonus

This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. This firm is well known for its strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in the fields. They also have an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have a good management and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.