ERISA Fiduciary (Title I) Attorney

Paul Hastings is seeking an experienced ERISA Fiduciary (Title I) Attorney with at least 7 years of Title I experience.

This position will focus on Title I of ERISA issues, including :

• Advising private funds and investment management clients on "plan asset" status (including 25% test and VCOC / REOC rules)
• Evaluating transactions for REOC and VCOC compliance and drafting opinions and certificates
• Reviewing and drafting ERISA provisions in private fund documents, such as private placement memoranda, limited partnership agreements, subscription agreements, and side letters
• Advising investment advisory firms, hedge fund sponsors, and other investment management clients on fiduciary requirements and prohibited transaction restrictions under Title I of ERISA, including exemptions like QPAM
• Advising investment industry clients on DOL and IRS compliance, audits, applications, and disputes
• Advising investment advisory firms in M&A transactions involving ERISA considerations
• Advising pension fund trustees and fiduciaries on Title I matters
• Advising pension fund clients on ERISA aspects of private fund documents and investments
• Advising in securitization matters, especially CLO transactions, including ERISA disclosures in securities offerings

Applicants should have outstanding academic credentials and law firm experience, be admitted to practice, and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

The salary range is $450,000 to $500,000 annually, depending on experience and other factors.

About Paul Hastings

Paul Hastings is a leading law firm with expertise in finance, M&A, private equity, restructuring, litigation, employment, and real estate, serving top investment banks, asset managers, and corporations worldwide.

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Paul Hastings LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

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