Private Equity PIF - Counsel Attorney (Multi Office) Job at Pernini Legal, LLC, Boston, MA

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  • Pernini Legal, LLC
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

PRIVATE EQUITY COUNSEL ATTORNEY (non-partnership track)

PRIVATE INVESTMENT FUNDS GROUP

Locations: Boston, MA | New York, NY | San Francisco, CA
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Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a driven Counsel Attorney to join its high-performing Private Investment Funds (PIF) Group , within the Private Equity Practice . This non-partnership track role is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and private investment transactions for elite private equity sponsors, direct lenders, and financial institutions across a wide range of industries and deal structures.

Candidate Profile

  • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly
  • 6+ years of substantive experience in fund formation transactions with private investment funds , focusing on the private equity , real estate , and/or tech industries
  • Skilled in private placements under the 1933 Act , managing unregistered funds under the Investment Company Act , and familiar with the Investment Advisers Act
  • Strong proficiency in drafting and negotiating fund formation documents and operational agreements , ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Demonstrated experience negotiating with fund investors and handling fund operational matters
  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm required
  • Soft Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical abilities; experience managing complex workstreams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders; proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent private equity , hedge , private credit , real estate , hybrid , and other types of funds employing alternative investment strategies
  • Advise fund manager clients on the structuring , formation , and operation of private investment funds
  • Draft and manage fund documents , including negotiation with institutional and high-net-worth investors on fund terms and related agreements
  • Collaborate closely with partners, associates, and clients to deliver strategic legal and business solutions
  • Provide ongoing counsel on fund governance , regulatory issues , and operational matters
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the firm’s private equity, M&A, tax, and restructuring teams to deliver comprehensive transactional support
  • Serve as a key contributor throughout all stages of transactions

Why Join Us?

This role offers a rare opportunity to join a high-performing PIF team operating within one of the nation’s most sophisticated Private Equity practices at a globally recognized firm. You will gain unparalleled exposure to market-leading fund formations across multiple industries. The firm’s elite platform , deep bench of top-tier practitioners , and commitment to professional development create an environment where attorneys thrive. You’ll benefit from direct client interaction, hands-on transactional experience, and structured mentorship designed to accelerate your growth and expand your influence in the private equity space.

For attorneys seeking high-level deal work at a prominent firm without the expectations of a traditional partnership track , this position offers the perfect balance of prestige , complexity , and flexibility —backed by a culture that prizes excellence , innovation , and long-term success .

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation: Expected annual base salary is $390,000+ , depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and time off; wellness initiatives; and commuter benefits
  • Additional Perks : Include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, FSA/HSA accounts, Dependent Care FSA, long term care, Health Advocate, a range of reproductive health benefits, and a concierge program, among others

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume , law school transcript , cover letter indicating preferred location , and deal sheet for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .


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