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Investment Funds Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel

Austin, TX • $260,000 to $390,000 / yr • 10/24/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Investment Funds Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an Investment Funds Associate Attorney to join a leading global law firm in Austin, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, or Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities:

  • Advise fund sponsors and investors on the formation and operation of domestic and international private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds.

  • Represent clients in secondary transactions, including GP-led and LP-led transactions.

  • Assist with structuring separately managed accounts and carried interest vehicles.

  • Deliver sophisticated legal advice and contribute to a market-leading investment funds practice.

  • Manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards of client service.

Requirements:

  • J.D. from an accredited law school.

  • 3–6 years of relevant experience in investment funds law.

  • Experience representing fund sponsors and/or investors in fund formation, fund operations, and secondary transactions.

  • Strong academic credentials and excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.

  • Admission to practice in the state where the candidate will be based.

  • Direct, relevant experience at an Am Law 100 law firm preferred.

  • Experience structuring separately managed accounts and carry vehicles is a plus.

Compensation: $260,000–$390,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications, plus comprehensive benefits.

Locations: Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid