Direct Counsel
Tax Attorney Fund Formation (3rd5th Year)
Direct Counsel, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Job Description
Job Description
Tax Associate Attorney– Fund Formation (3rd–5th Year) Location: Chicago or New York Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level
Tax Associate
to join a nationally recognized
Am Law 100 firm
with a robust fund formation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters for a broad range of investment funds and sponsors across venture capital, private equity, and joint ventures. Key Responsibilities: Advise fund sponsors and institutional investors on tax aspects of fund formation, primary and secondary investments, and related transactions.
Work closely with clients on structuring, drafting, and negotiating fund documents from a tax perspective.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across corporate, securities, and regulatory practice areas.
Manage multiple active matters with efficiency and attention to detail.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications: 3–5 years of experience in fund-related tax matters, preferably at a large law firm or boutique with a focus on venture capital and private equity funds.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex tax issues and propose effective solutions.
Strong academic credentials from a top-tier law school.
Excellent client communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive annual base salary ranging from $260,000–$365,000 (final offer based on experience, location, and qualifications).
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; HSA/FSA options; 401(k); commuter benefits; generous vacation and parental leave; fertility assistance; and backup family care.
This is an exceptional opportunity to deepen your expertise in fund formation tax matters while working with sophisticated clients in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.
Job Description
Tax Associate Attorney– Fund Formation (3rd–5th Year) Location: Chicago or New York Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level
Tax Associate
to join a nationally recognized
Am Law 100 firm
with a robust fund formation practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters for a broad range of investment funds and sponsors across venture capital, private equity, and joint ventures. Key Responsibilities: Advise fund sponsors and institutional investors on tax aspects of fund formation, primary and secondary investments, and related transactions.
Work closely with clients on structuring, drafting, and negotiating fund documents from a tax perspective.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across corporate, securities, and regulatory practice areas.
Manage multiple active matters with efficiency and attention to detail.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications: 3–5 years of experience in fund-related tax matters, preferably at a large law firm or boutique with a focus on venture capital and private equity funds.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex tax issues and propose effective solutions.
Strong academic credentials from a top-tier law school.
Excellent client communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive annual base salary ranging from $260,000–$365,000 (final offer based on experience, location, and qualifications).
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; HSA/FSA options; 401(k); commuter benefits; generous vacation and parental leave; fertility assistance; and backup family care.
This is an exceptional opportunity to deepen your expertise in fund formation tax matters while working with sophisticated clients in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.