Legal Counsel Fund Formation

Sokol Associates Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Sokol Associates Inc. seeks a Fund Formation Attorney to lead the formation, structuring, and ongoing management of private investment funds for an asset management client in the New York City area.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from an accredited law school, is an active New York bar member, and brings 10–15 years of private fund formation experience from a top-tier firm or in-house environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active New York bar membership required.
• 10–15 years of experience in private fund formation, at a top-tier law firm or asset manager.
• Experience leading formation, structuring, and governance of private investment funds preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead formation, structuring, and ongoing management of private investment funds.
• Draft and negotiate LPAs, PPMs, and subscription agreements; advise on regulatory considerations.
• Navigate jurisdictional issues and compliance across fund structures.

Skills

Fund formation

Drafting LPAs

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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Organising Institution / Firm

Sokol Associates Inc.

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New York City Metropolitan Area

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J.D. from an accredited law school; active New York bar membership; 10-15 years of experience in private fund formation.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel Fund Formation
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Sokol Associates Inc.
Description: Sokol Associates Inc. is recruiting a Fund Formation Attorney for an asset management client based in New York City. The successful candidate will lead the formation, structuring, and management of private investment funds. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), Private Placement Memoranda (PPMs), and subscription documents, as well as advising on regulatory considerations and jurisdictional issues.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be an active member of the New York bar in good standing. A minimum of 10-15 years of experience in private fund formation, acquired at a top-tier law firm or in-house at an asset manager, is required.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
Fees: None