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Oculus Group · 2 days ago

Investment Transactions Attorney (Senior Associate, Of Counsel, Partner)

Greater Chicago Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

6+ years exp

Oculus Group is a leading Am Law 100 law firm seeking a Senior Associate, Counsel, or Partner to join its Investment Transactions / Family Office Practice. The role focuses on structuring, negotiating, and executing domestic and cross-border investments for family offices, while providing legal precision and commercial insights.

Staffing & Recruiting

Hiring Manager

Mark Ward

Responsibilities

Lead and manage investment transactions across asset classes, including:

Private equity and venture capital investments

Real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and joint ventures

Credit, structured finance, and special situations

Hedge fund, private fund, and co-investment arrangements

Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation, including:

Purchase and sale agreements

Shareholder, operating, and partnership agreements

Subscription documents and side letters

Financing and security documents

Advise on transaction structuring, risk allocation, and governance considerations

Coordinate with tax, estate planning, regulatory, and trust & estates professionals

Oversee and mentor junior attorneys (for senior associate/counsel roles)

For partner-level candidates, contribute to client development, relationship management, and practice growth

Qualification

Investment TransactionsPrivate InvestmentsM&AReal Estate TransactionsJuris DoctorBar AdmissionDrafting AgreementsNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementClient DevelopmentCommercial MindsetEntrepreneurial MindsetInterpersonal Skills