DLA Piper
Investment Funds Attorney (Professional Track)
DLA Piper, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
DLA Piper’s Investment Funds Group is seeking an attorney with 1 – 3 years’ experience managing structured securities offerings. This is a professional track/non-partnership track position. We are looking for candidates with strong experience with commercial real estate law, focusing primarily on real estate finance, acquisitions, and dispositions. The candidate will represent various public and private real estate companies, REITs, and institutional and financial investors in connection with a broad array of transactions involving acquisitions, dispositions, restructurings, complex financings, and development of commercial real estate. Interested candidates should have strong analytical and writing skills, attention to detail, good business judgment, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently. This position can be located in our New York, Chicago, or Austin offices. Education
JD Bar Admission
Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying. Experience
1-3 years of experience Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred. Job Competencies & Desirable Skills
Strong analytical and writing skills Attention to detail Good business judgment Excellent organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively and independently Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Research and problem-solving skills Conceptual thinking Ability to influence others Persuasive communication Management skills Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements may vary, universal expectations for all firm employees include: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties; Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner; Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; Meet deadlines and perform duties as required; Foster positive work relationships; Comply with all firm policies and practices; Engage in both physical and sedentary activity as described (computer work, virtual meetings, etc.); Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment; Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Work Environment
Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact InvestmentFundsTalent@us.dlapiper.com. Pay Transparency
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $135,000- $300,000 per year depending on location. The compensation offered will depend on experience, skills, education, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). #LI-Hybrid #LI-CS1 DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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DLA Piper’s Investment Funds Group is seeking an attorney with 1 – 3 years’ experience managing structured securities offerings. This is a professional track/non-partnership track position. We are looking for candidates with strong experience with commercial real estate law, focusing primarily on real estate finance, acquisitions, and dispositions. The candidate will represent various public and private real estate companies, REITs, and institutional and financial investors in connection with a broad array of transactions involving acquisitions, dispositions, restructurings, complex financings, and development of commercial real estate. Interested candidates should have strong analytical and writing skills, attention to detail, good business judgment, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently. This position can be located in our New York, Chicago, or Austin offices. Education
JD Bar Admission
Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying. Experience
1-3 years of experience Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred. Job Competencies & Desirable Skills
Strong analytical and writing skills Attention to detail Good business judgment Excellent organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively and independently Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Research and problem-solving skills Conceptual thinking Ability to influence others Persuasive communication Management skills Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements may vary, universal expectations for all firm employees include: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties; Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner; Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; Meet deadlines and perform duties as required; Foster positive work relationships; Comply with all firm policies and practices; Engage in both physical and sedentary activity as described (computer work, virtual meetings, etc.); Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment; Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Work Environment
Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact InvestmentFundsTalent@us.dlapiper.com. Pay Transparency
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $135,000- $300,000 per year depending on location. The compensation offered will depend on experience, skills, education, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). #LI-Hybrid #LI-CS1 DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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