Funds Associate
Company: Winston & Strawn LLP
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description A top 50 AmLaw firm is looking
for an associate with 4 - 6 years of significant private equity
fund formation and related matters experience. The candidate will
have experience (preferably at a large law firm or, in special
circumstances, an in-house setting), in: Assisting private equity
fund sponsors on fund formation matters, including the preparation
and negotiation of fund private placement memoranda, partnership
agreements and related ancillary agreements. Reviewing fund
documentation on behalf of institutional investors and the related
negotiation of fund terms. Structuring and drafting governing
documents pertaining to private equity fund management companies
and general partners. Qualified candidates should have a working
knowledge of relevant securities rules and regulations, including
the Investment Advisers Act. Experience with private equity
“secondary” transactions would also be helpful. Candidates should
be admitted to the Illinois bar.
Keywords: Winston & Strawn LLP, Oak Lawn , Funds Associate, Legal , Chicago, Illinois
