Investment Funds Associate Attorney (Multi Office)

Gallin Associates; Hackensack (NJ); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Gallin Associates is seeking a seasoned Investment Funds attorney to join its Investment Management & Funds practice across multiple U.S. offices.

You will handle complex fund formation, structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance for private equity sponsors, hedge funds, credit funds and other investment vehicles. The role combines high‑level advisory work with a collaborative, collegial culture and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA‑accredited law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction in good standing.
• Experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of private equity funds, hedge funds, credit funds and other vehicles.
• Experience advising on governance, disclosures and regulatory matters.
• Familiarity with U.S. investment management regulations and Advisers Act.

Responsibilities

• Advise fund sponsors and managers on formation, structuring and launch of funds.
• Draft and negotiate fund documentation including LPAs and offering materials.
• Counsel on regulatory compliance under federal and state securities laws.
• Provide ongoing advice on fund operations, governance and investor relations.
• Collaborate with tax, regulatory and transactional teams for comprehensive solutions.
• Stay current on regulatory developments affecting the investment management industry.

Skills

Fund formation

Regulatory compliance

Securities law

Private equity funds

Hedge funds

Oral and written communication

Big law experience

Bar admission

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

INVESTMENT FUNDS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Investment Management & Funds Practice Group

Open to Multiple Locations...list found at the bottom of this description.

HYBRID

Our client, a national AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a seasoned Investment Funds Attorney to join its sophisticated Investment Management & Funds practice across multiple U.S. offices. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior-level attorney to work on complex, high-value fund formation and structuring matters for a diverse client base that includes private equity sponsors, hedge fund managers, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles. The practice is known for its technical depth, collaborative culture, and market-leading work in the funds space.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
• Significant experience in investment fund formation, structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance
• Deep knowledge of private equity funds, hedge funds, credit funds, and other alternative investment vehicles
• Experience advising sponsors and managers on fund governance, disclosures, and regulatory matters
• Strong familiarity with U.S. investment management regulations, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related SEC requirements
• Ability to manage complex matters independently and serve as a trusted advisor to sophisticated clients
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Advise fund sponsors and investment managers on the formation, structuring, and launch of investment funds across multiple asset classes
• Draft and negotiate fund documentation, including private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, operating agreements, and subscription materials
• Counsel clients on regulatory compliance matters under federal and state securities laws
• Provide ongoing advice regarding fund operations, governance, and investor relations
• Collaborate with colleagues across tax, regulatory, and transactional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
• Stay current on regulatory developments impacting the investment management industry

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work within a premier Investment Funds practice handling sophisticated matters for leading asset managers and investment sponsors. You’ll be part of a collegial and intellectually rigorous environment that values technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term professional growth. The practice supports senior attorneys with the platform, resources, and autonomy needed to thrive at the highest levels of the market.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $300,000–$520,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; profit sharing; HSA and FSA; generous time off and vacation days; family/dependent care leave; 529 College Savings Plan; and more!

Locations

DE (Wilmington)

FL (Boca Raton)

MD (Baltimore)

NJ (Hackensack)

NY (New York)

TX (Dallas)

Washington, D.C.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.