Investment Funds - Associate Attorney (REITs)

Pernini Legal; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for their Investment Funds practice, focusing on Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). This role offers significant client engagement and growth opportunities, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Childcare support

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of substantive experience in securities and/or investment funds law.
• Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the formation and structuring of REITs.
• Handle securities law issues related to public offerings.
• Draft and negotiate offering documents and registration statements.

Skills

Analytical

Interpersonal

Client-service focus

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Investment Funds - Associate Attorney (REITs)

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$260,000.00/yr - $390,000.00/yr

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INVESTMENT FUNDS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTS

Locations: Atlanta, GA | New York, NY

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Our client, a prominent AmLaw 50 international firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their dynamic Investment Funds practice group in their Atlanta or New York office. These roles offer a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated matters involving Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and related public securities work, with direct client engagement and substantial room for growth.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 3 to 6 years of substantive experience in securities and/or investment funds law.
• Experience advising clients on equity and mortgage REITs, including both publicly traded and non-traded REIT structures.
• Familiarity with public securities compliance and disclosure matters under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to contribute to the continued development of a high-growth practice area.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and drafting skills, with a client-service focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the formation, structuring, and ongoing regulatory compliance of REITs and hybrid investment vehicles.
• Handle securities law issues related to public offerings, periodic reporting, and disclosure obligations under the 1933 and 1934 Acts.
• Support clients in executing complex investment fund transactions involving real estate and financial asset portfolios.
• Draft and negotiate offering documents, registration statements, shareholder communications, and related transactional materials.
• Work closely with colleagues across corporate, tax, and real estate practices to deliver comprehensive legal counsel.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support business development initiatives within the investment funds space.

Why Join Us?

This is a standout opportunity to join one of the most strategically significant practices within a nationally respected law firm. The Investment Funds group is expanding rapidly and offers attorneys early responsibility, meaningful mentorship, and hands-on experience advising high-profile clients in the REIT and public securities space. With a strong culture of collaboration and innovation, the firm supports entrepreneurial associates who are looking to deepen their technical skills and advance quickly.

Competitive compensation: annual salary range of $260,000-$390,000, commensurate with experience, along with a generous bonus structure.

Comprehensive suite of benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, childcare support, wellness programs, and robust professional development resources. Attorneys also benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work environment and a culture that values work-life balance, inclusivity, and community engagement.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Legal Services

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