McDermott Will & Schulte · 23 hours ago
Associate – Corporate (Investment Management – Private Equity Funds) – New York
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$225K/yr - $435K/yr
3+ years expMcDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,450 business professionals. The Corporate Advisory/Fund Formation practice area is seeking a 3rd – 4th year associate to join the team in their NY office, focusing on private equity fund structuring, formation, and compliance.
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Responsibilities
Work with private equity sponsors and investors in connection with the structuring, formation and operation of private investment funds
Address legal, regulatory and compliance matters faced by fund sponsors
Qualification
Required
3-4 years of fund formation experience at a law firm
Excellent written/verbal communication skills, as this position requires immediate partner and client contact
A high level of professionalism in working and engaging with high priority clients and investors
Able to balance and prioritize multiple assignments and responsibilities, be highly organized and exercise attention to detail
Able to work independently and collaboratively in team settings
A J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
Admitted to the New York bar
Benefits
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Competitive compensation
Top benefits
Award-winning professional development programs
Industry-leading wellness initiatives
Company
McDermott Will & Schulte
McDermott Will & Emery is now McDermott Will & Schulte.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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Partner
Brian Gordon
Partner
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