ERISA Fiduciary (Title I) Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : ERISA Fiduciary (Title I) Attorney

Locations : Atlanta, Boston, Century City, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Downtown Los Angeles, New York, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco, Washington, D.C.

Salary Range : $450,000 – $500,000 annually

Job Description :

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced ERISA Fiduciary (Title I) Attorney to join a top-tier international law firm with a robust investment management and private funds practice. This is a high-level opportunity for a seasoned attorney with deep knowledge of ERISA Title I to advise on complex transactions for sophisticated investment clients.

Key Responsibilities :

Advise private funds and investment managers on “plan asset” rules, including the 25% test and VCOC / REOC compliance

Draft and review ERISA-related fund documentation (PPMs, LPAs, subscription agreements, side letters)

Analyze transactions for REOC / VCOC qualification and prepare legal opinions and certifications

Counsel investment advisers and hedge fund sponsors on fiduciary duties and prohibited transactions under Title I of ERISA

Navigate statutory and administrative exemptions (e.g., QPAM)

Handle DOL and IRS compliance matters, including audits and exemption requests

Advise on ERISA issues in M&A involving investment advisers

Represent pension fund fiduciaries and clients in fund review and investment decisions

Support securitization transactions (especially CLOs) and prepare related ERISA disclosures for capital markets offerings

Qualifications :

Minimum of 7 years of experience focused on ERISA Title I matters

Outstanding academic credentials

Law firm experience required

Must be licensed and in good standing in the jurisdiction of practice

Compensation :

The expected salary range for this position is between $450,000 and $500,000 annually, depending on experience and other relevant factors.

To Apply :

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript for consideration.

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