Join an industry-leading fund formation practice that sits at the intersection of venture capital and innovation. This prestigious firm has established itself as the go-to counsel for sophisticated fund launches and structures that power the next generation of transformative companies. For ambitious associates seeking to develop expertise in complex fund formations while building relationships with influential venture capital clients, this role offers unparalleled opportunity.

Why this role?

• Strategic Platform: Partner with an internationally recognized fund formation team that consistently handles market-defining deals and innovative fund structures for the venture capital ecosystem.
• Distinguished Client Portfolio: Work directly with preeminent venture capital firms, emerging managers, and institutional investors across cutting-edge sectors including AI/ML, climate tech, digital health, and frontier technologies.
• Accelerated Growth: Gain comprehensive experience in complex fund structures, investor negotiations, and regulatory frameworks while developing client relationships that position you for partnership or strategic in-house opportunities.
• Excellence Through Mentorship: Thrive in a culture that emphasizes professional development through active mentoring, direct client exposure, and meaningful responsibility on sophisticated matters.

What we're looking for:

• 3-6 years of sophisticated fund formation experience with emphasis on venture capital funds
• Demonstrated expertise in alternative investment vehicles, carried interest structures, and management company operations
• Deep understanding of securities regulations, tax considerations, and evolving market terms
• Active membership in the New York, California, or D.C. bar

About Whistler Partners

Matchmakers, Not Headhunters

Whistler Partners is a boutique matchmaking firm focused on counseling the best and the brightest attorneys over the course of their careers. We believe that the right move comes from working closely with talent to curate their long-term career paths. When it comes to career advice, what matters is not the size of the agency but the strength of your individual recruiter.

We readily admit that we are elite and only work with the best—after all, a little elitism is okay when it comes to your career. Employers love us because we are picky about whom we represent, and attorneys love us because we get them their dream jobs.