Senior Legal Counsel: Private 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

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.