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Gunderson Dettmer · 1 day ago

Venture Fund Paralegal

positionNew York, NY
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$120K/yr - $200K/yr
date8+ years exp

Gunderson Dettmer is a company passionate about making an impact while working alongside pioneering founders and innovators. They are seeking a Venture Fund Paralegal to support activities related to fund formation and organization of funds, including maintaining checklists, tracking investor responses, and ensuring compliance with relevant securities laws.

Business DevelopmentLegalVenture Capital
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Responsibilities

Manage and maintain checklists for fund formation processes
Circulate key documents (e.g., Limited Partnership Agreements, Subscription forms) to potential limited partners
Track investor responses and ensure compliance with ERISA and other regulations
Prepare and file Certificates of Formation and coordinate filing of IRS forms for funds and management companies
Prepare Transfer of Interest agreements for limited partners and track amendments to fund agreements
File regulatory filings related to fund formation (e.g., Form D, Form D filings)
Assist with SEC filings, including obtaining EDGAR filing codes and preparing Forms 13D, 13G, and 13F
Prepare closing documents and coordinate the closing process
Stay updated on relevant securities laws and regulations
Ensuring proper recordkeeping of legal documents and transactions
Other duties and projects as assigned

Qualification

Corporate lawSecurities lawVenture capital practicesLegal researchDocument draftingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Strong understanding of corporate law, securities law, and relevant regulations
Familiarity with venture capital industry practices
Experience with legal research and document drafting
Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to work overtime
Eight or more years of venture fund paralegal experience

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Time Off
Fertility and family building support

Company

Gunderson Dettmer

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Gunderson Dettmer is a business law firm that is focused on global venture capital and emerging technology.
dateFounded in 1995
location
Redwood City, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://www.gunder.com

H1B Sponsorship

Gunderson Dettmer has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (9)
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2023 (16)
2022 (11)
2021 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Darrin S. Brown
Fund Formation/Tax Partner
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David T. Young
Partner
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