Sokol Associates Inc. · 1 week ago
Legal Counsel Fund Formation
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$250K/yr - $300K/yr
5+ years expSokol Associates Inc. is seeking an experienced Fund Formation Attorney to lead and support the formation and ongoing legal needs of investment funds. The role involves managing fund formation, drafting legal documents, advising on regulatory issues, and collaborating with various teams.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Walter Pizzi
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the formation of private investment funds
Draft, review, and negotiate fund documentation, including:
Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs)
Private Placement Memoranda (PPMs)
Subscription documents and side letters
Advise on fund structuring, regulatory considerations, and jurisdictional issues
Coordinate with outside counsel on fund launches, closings, and regulatory filings
Support investor negotiations and respond to investor legal diligence requests
Provide ongoing legal support for existing funds, including amendments, restructurings, and new product launches
Collaborate closely with investment, compliance, finance, and investor relations teams
Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting private funds
Qualification
Required
J.D. from an accredited law school; active New York bar membership in good standing
5–8 years of experience in private fund formation, gained at a top law firm and/or in-house at an asset manager
Strong knowledge of private fund structures and market terms
Company
Sokol Associates Inc.
Since 1990, Sokol Associates has been the go-to destination for top legal talent.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Steven Sokol, Esq.
Founder & President
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