Partner, Private Equity Job at Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP, Columbus, OH

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  • Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP
  • Columbus, OH

Job Description

Location: Cleveland or Columbus, Ohio

Book of Business: Required

Billable Hour Requirement: 1,500

About Us: Join a dynamic, mid-sized entrepreneurial business law firm with a commitment to collaboration and client success. We foster a supportive environment for our team and value creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Partner level attorney with a strong background in representing private equity funds, management teams, independent sponsors, investors and portfolio companies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional experience and knowledge of advising clients through the structuring, evaluation, negotiation and consummation of their capital raises, leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, club transactions, minority investments and other acquisition, divestiture and exit transactions, the negotiation of their equity, debt and mezzanine financing arrangements, the preparation of their management equity and compensation programs, and counseling on their investment regulation and compliance matters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Handle a variety of private equity services matters, such as buyouts, capital for growth, exit transactions, family offices, follow-on acquisitions, fund formation, serve as General Counsel to portfolio companies, and restructuring and liquidity events.
  • Assist in establishing and structuring private equity funds, including drafting legal documents like partnership agreements, private placement memorandums, and subscription agreements.
  • Represent private equity firms in buying and selling companies, negotiating purchase agreements, financing documents, and other transaction-related agreements.
  • Conduct due diligence on target companies to assess risks and opportunities.
  • Ensure that Clients comply with securities laws, tax regulations, ERISA, and other relevant legal requirements.
  • Stay current with legal trends and best practices in private equity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • 5+ years of Corporate, Finance and/or M&A law experience.
  • Experience representing fundless sponsors, independent sponsors, investors and venture capitalists, portfolio companies, private equity funds and/or private equity services.
  • Demonstrated excellence in legal writing and analysis.
  • Substantial experience advising on fund formations, mergers and acquisitions, portfolio company management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach.
  • Lead junior associates and contribute to the professional development of the team.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • A collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment where your expertise is valued.
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a growing firm with a broad and diverse client base.
  • Competitive compensation package, including performance bonuses and benefits.
  • Flexible work options
  • Supportive leadership and a team-oriented culture that fosters innovation and creativity.

Why Join Us?

At KJK, you will be part of a collaborative team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth. As part of our team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our firm while managing sophisticated transactions on behalf of a diverse client base.

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