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Build a Broader Market Perspective Through Sponsor- and Investor-Side Deals

Baltimore, Maryland Full time 3-6 years
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Position overview

Our client is seeking an associate with 3–6 years of experience to join an established investment funds practice in Baltimore. The work covers fund formation, operations, and investments, with particular interest in secondary transactions from both sponsor and investor perspectives.

The Work

  • Advise clients on forming and operating domestic and international private equity, real estate, venture capital, and hedge funds.
  • Work on investments in private funds, applying an understanding of fund structures and investor considerations.
  • Contribute to secondary transactions, including matters representing both fund sponsors and investors.
  • Support the structuring of separately managed accounts and carry vehicles where experience and matter needs align.
  • Communicate with clients, lawyers, and other deal participants while managing deadlines and competing priorities.

What You Bring

  • Three to six years of relevant investment funds experience.
  • Experience advising on the formation and operation of domestic and international private funds.
  • Significant experience with secondary transactions, including sponsor-side and investor-side representations, is of particular interest.
  • Experience with separately managed accounts and carry vehicles is a plus.
  • Strong academic background and a JD from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to practice in the state where the candidate will be based.
  • Direct, applicable experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred.

Why Consider It

Join a sophisticated, market-leading investment funds practice and work across multiple fund strategies, fund operations, investments, and secondary deals on both sides of the market.

The stated annual hiring range is $260,000–$390,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k); a hybrid work arrangement may be available, with the specific arrangement determined at hiring.

Confidentiality

This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.