In-House Attorney

Legal, Management
Brooklyn, New York
April 30, 2026
$350,000 - $450,000 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

A well-established private investment firm with over a decade of experience and a diverse portfolio of 30+ companies is seeking a high-caliber In-House Attorney to join its Brooklyn office. The firm focuses on private equity, middle-market direct lending, real estate, structured credit, and buyouts. This role is designed for a sharp, business-minded legal professional who can operate at a high level across transactions, compliance, and litigation. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience from a top-tier law firm (“Big Law”), with the ability to transition into a strategic in-house role supporting executive leadership.

Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory & Strategy

  • Provide legal counsel to senior management on corporate, transactional, and regulatory matters
  • Advise on SEC filings, securities laws, and NASDAQ-related compliance
  • Support decision-making with a strong understanding of risk and business impact

Transactions & Corporate Work

  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements across private equity and investment transactions
  • Lead and support mergers & acquisitions (M&A) activity
  • Oversee commercial contracts and corporate governance matters

Litigation & Risk Management

  • Manage and oversee litigation, arbitration, and external counsel
  • Identify legal risks and implement preventative strategies to protect the firm
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements

Operations & Compliance

  • Oversee legal operations, processes, and documentation
  • Maintain strict confidentiality across all business matters
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements:

  • Active New York Attorney License
  • Strong background in corporate law, securities law, and litigation
  • Experience with SEC filings and public company compliance (NASDAQ exposure preferred)
  • Proven experience in M&A and complex transactions
  • Background at a top-tier law firm (Big Law)
  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Minimum 5-7 years in Big Law (partner-track level or similar caliber)
  • Someone who is sharp, reliable, business-minded, and looking to transition in-house

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