Private Funds Associate — Boston, MA (3–5 yrs)

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Boston seeks a midlevel associate with 3–5 years of large law firm experience to join our investment management practice. You will form private investment funds and draft related documents for upper tier management entities.

Residence in Boston and active Massachusetts bar membership are required; familiarity with private fund regulations and structures is essential as you advise institutional clients on complex funds and co‑investments.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of large law firm experience.
• Experience in private investment fund formation and documentation.
• Familiarity with private fund regulations and compliance.
• Active Massachusetts bar membership.
• Residence in Boston office.

Responsibilities

• Form private investment funds such as hedge funds, venture capital funds, and private equity funds.
• Structure and draft documentation for upper tier management entities and bonus and carry plans.
• Work on secondary transactions, including GP‑led restructurings.
• Assist with investments by institutional investors in private funds and co‑investments.
• Maintain familiarity with private fund structures and laws and regulations governing private funds and managers.

Skills

Legal drafting

Fund formation experience

Client communication

Education

Massachusetts Bar admission

Job description

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Boston seeks a midlevel associate with 3–5 years of large law firm experience to join our investment management practice. You will form private investment funds and draft related documents for upper tier management entities.

Residence in Boston and active Massachusetts bar membership are required; familiarity with private fund regulations and structures is essential as you advise institutional clients on complex funds and co‑investments.