Associate Attorney

Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious boutique law firm in San Francisco seeks an Associate Attorney to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of legal experience in investment fund structuring and compliance. With a commitment to diversity and a flexible working environment, this role promises rewarding opportunities in a dynamic area of law.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonuses

401(K) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, vision, and dental plans

Paid CLE

Paid maternity / paternity leave

Childcare contributions up to 12 months

Flexible remote work options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years legal experience.
• Must be in good standing and admitted (or pending) with State Bar.
• Interest in analyzing and advising on novel legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on formations, fundraising, and ongoing operations of private funds.
• Analyze legal issues concerning investment strategies and regulatory matters.

Skills

Legal experience relating to investment fund structuring

Regulatory compliance

Advising private funds

Education

Admitted to State Bar (CA, CO, or NY)

Job description

Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (“CFM”) is a prestigious boutique law firm based in San Francisco with a robust national practice, representing private funds (including hedge, VC / PE, and hybrid structures) and their managers. Our firm advises on over 300 fund launches each year. Additionally, CFM has highly regarded practices focusing on cryptocurrency and digital asset transactional matters, as well as cybersecurity.

CFM is seeking Associates with experience advising private funds on formations, fundraising, and ongoing operations to join one of our offices in either the Bay Area or Denver. Familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act, the Investment Company Act, offshore funds, and parallel fund structures are a plus. Many of our clients blend traditional investment strategies (venture, debt, and private equity) with non-traditional assets (in particular digital assets). Applicants should have an interest in analyzing and advising on novel legal issues without clearly established precedent.

Our Associates have significant flexibility in enjoying remote work and should be within driving distance of one of our offices. Our attorneys have a billable target of 1500 hours per year.

Requirements :

• Must be in good standing and admitted (or pending) with one of the following State Bars : CA, CO, or NY.
• Minimum of 2 years legal experience relating to investment fund structuring, transactions, or regulatory compliance.

We offer competitive salary, bonuses, 401(K), 401(K) match, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, and a benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental plans.

Additionally, we offer paid CLE, paid maternity / paternity leave, and contribute up to 12 months of childcare upon returning from leave.

CFM is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse community of professionals.

Yearly compensation range inclusive of bonuses : $145k - $300k (based on experience). Send your resume, cover letter, and any questions about the post to : [e-mail] .

At this time, we are not accepting agency submissions please.

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Associate Attorney • San Francisco Bay Area, United States