Lawyers/Counsel For Investment Managers and Fund Sponsors

Investment Management / Funds PartnerA leading law firm is seeking an Investment Management / Funds Partner to join a well-established and strategically significant investment management practice.Within this firm, investment management is treated as a dedicated industry group rather than an extension of general corporate work. The platform is fully integrated, bringing together fund formation, regulatory, transactional, and litigation professionals who focus exclusively on financial services clients.This opportunity is ideal for a partner whose practice is centered on investment managers and fund sponsors—particularly in the middle market—and who values deep specialization, strong regulatory support, and collaboration across complementary areas such as private credit.Core ResponsibilitiesFund Formation & Sponsor AdvisoryAct as primary outside counsel to investment managers and sponsors on:Closed-end fund formation (primary focus)Hedge fundsPrivate equity fundsCredit funds, including private credit strategiesAdvise clients on:Fund structuring and economicsRegulatory considerations and compliance frameworksOngoing fund operations, amendments, and investor mattersProvide practical, business-oriented guidance to sponsors navigating evolving market conditions.Integrated Platform CollaborationPartner closely with a dedicated investment management regulatory team, including professionals with prior government experienceCollaborate with transactional lawyers focused on financial institutions and fundsWork alongside litigators dedicated to investment management and financial services clientsDeliver cohesive, specialized advice without reliance on generalist supportClient Development & GrowthMaintain and expand long-term relationships with fund sponsors and managersIdentify cross-selling opportunities across:Fund formationRegulatory and compliance counselingTransactions involving portfolio companies or affiliatesContribute to growth by attracting new sponsor relationshipsIdeal Candidate ProfileExperience & FocusDedicated investment management attorney (not a general corporate practitioner)Strong background advising sponsors on closed-end fundsExperience with hedge funds, private equity sponsors, and credit fund sponsorsFamiliarity with sponsor-driven workflows and expectationsMarket OrientationPractice aligned with middle-market clientsExperience advising repeat sponsors with ongoing fund programsEmphasis on efficiency, specialization, and practical guidanceBusiness ProfilePortable book of business preferred (especially for equity consideration)Flexibility based on strategic fit, growth potential, and ability to leverage platform resourcesCredit fund experience is highly valuedKey Differentiators of the PlatformDedicated Investment Management EcosystemA fully integrated practice where regulatory, transactional, and litigation teams all serve the same client base, enabling seamless collaboration and alignment.Deep Regulatory CapabilitiesStrong in-house regulatory expertise across:SEC and CFTC mattersFintechBlockchain and digital assetsComplex financial regulatory frameworksStrength in Credit FundsA unique combination of a leading private credit practice and a robust funds platform, offering strong alignment for sponsors launching or scaling credit strategies.Culture & Working StyleCommercial, client-focused approachEmphasis on serving as a trusted business advisorCollaborative and low-ego environmentActive participation in cross-practice initiatives and long-term platform growth expected