Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (“CFM”) is a prestigious boutique law firm based in San Francisco with a robust national practice, representing hedge fund managers, venture fund managers, and other asset managers. Our firm has the largest hedge fund practice in California and launches around 300 funds each year.

Our growing firm is seeking a Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive office, technical, and administrative support at our San Francisco office. This position is essential to the smooth operation of our firm and requires and individual who is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We’re looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, pays attention to the details, and is comfortable wearing multiple hats. The right person will be equally comfortable handling routine office responsibilities, supporting attorneys and staff, and jumping in wherever help is needed.

Work Location & Schedule:

• San Francisco Office: Onsite, Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM.
• Oakland Office: onsite as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and other team members.
• Assist with calendar management, scheduling, meetings, and conference room coordination
• Act as a liaison for partners, clients, and visitors; receive and assist firm clients and guests.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread documents and correspondence
• Assist with document organization, filing, scanning, copying, and electronic file management
• Maintain and organize files, records, and confidential information with discretion.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, packages, couriers, and other deliveries
• Help manage general office operations, including supplies, common areas, conference rooms, and vendor needs
• Coordinate meals and other arrangements for meetings and office events
• Assist with travel arrangements, reservations, and related logistics as needed
• Assist with data entry, including partners’ billable hours and client matter processing.
• Conduct research on entities and personnel; run client and firm reports as needed.
• Provide technical support, including basic setup, installation, delivery, and maintenance of firm software and hardware (desktops, laptops, scanners, printers, phones).
• Troubleshoot in-office technical issues and coordinate with IT as necessary.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-support team, adapting to changing demands and priorities.
• Provide backup coverage for other administrative team members when needed
• Manage administrative tasks for both the San Francisco and Oakland offices as needed.
• Provide backup coverage for other administrative team members when needed
• Assist with special projects and other administrative or operational needs as they arise

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• Prior administrative, office, or professional services experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and diplomatically.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills; ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to oversee challenging matters and adapt to workflow changes.
• Comfortable taking initiative and figuring out solutions when appropriate
• Experience with TABS billing software is a plus.
• Comfortable learning new systems and technology
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Willingness to take on responsibilities outside of a narrowly defined job description and help where needed

Compensation Range: $65,000 -$75,000 annually

We offer a competitive salary, paid time off, paid holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

CFM is an equal opportunity employer. Cole-Frieman & Mallon works closely with some of the nation’s most prominent investment funds. We are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse community of professionals. We are proud of each team member’s role in offering distinguished service to our clients, and we acknowledge the value that potential candidates can deliver to our firm.

Send your resume, cover letter, and any questions about the post to: careers@colefrieman.com.

Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (“CFM”) is a prestigious boutique law firm based in San Francisco with a robust national practice, representing private funds (including hedge, VC/PE, and hybrid structures) and their managers. Our firm advises on over 300 fund launches each year. Additionally, CFM has highly regarded practices focusing on cryptocurrency and digital asset transactional matters, as well as cybersecurity.

CFM is seeking Associates with experience advising private funds on formations, fundraising, and ongoing operations to join one of our offices in either the Bay Area or Denver. Familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act, the Investment Company Act, offshore funds, and parallel fund structures are a plus. There is a strong preference for candidates that have experience advising on tax issues related to funds and it is preferred that candidates have an LLM in tax.  Many of our clients blend traditional investment strategies (venture, debt, and private equity) with non-traditional assets (in particular digital assets). Applicants should have an interest in analyzing and advising on novel legal issues without clearly established precedent.

Our Associates have significant flexibility in enjoying remote work and should be within driving distance of one of our offices. Our attorneys have a billable target of 1,500 hours per year.

Requirements:

• Must be in good standing and admitted (or pending) with one of the following State Bars: CA, CO, or NY.
• Minimum of 2 years legal experience relating to investment fund structuring, transactions, regulatory compliance or tax.
• Tax LLM preferred

We offer competitive salary, bonuses, 401(K), 401(K) match, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, and a benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental plans.

Additionally, we offer paid CLE, paid maternity/paternity leave, and contribute up to 12 months of childcare upon returning from leave.

CFM is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse community of professionals.

Yearly compensation range inclusive of bonuses: $145k – $300k (based on experience).

Send your resume, cover letter, and any questions about the post to: careers@colefrieman.com.

At this time, we are not accepting agency submissions please.

Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (“CFM”) is a prestigious boutique law firm based in San Francisco with a robust national practice, representing private funds (including hedge, VC/PE, and hybrid structures) and their managers. Our firm advises on over 300 fund launches each year. Additionally, CFM has highly regarded practices focusing on cryptocurrency and digital asset transactional matters, as well as cybersecurity.

CFM is seeking Associates with experience advising private funds on formations, fundraising, and ongoing operations to join one of our offices in either the Bay Area or Denver. Familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act, the Investment Company Act, offshore funds, and parallel fund structures are a plus. Many of our clients blend traditional investment strategies (venture, debt, and private equity) with non-traditional assets (in particular digital assets). Applicants should have an interest in analyzing and advising on novel legal issues without clearly established precedent.

Our Associates have significant flexibility in enjoying remote work and should be within driving distance of one of our offices. Our attorneys have a billable target of 1,500 hours per year.

Requirements:

• Must be in good standing and admitted (or pending) with one of the following State Bars: CA, CO, or NY.
• Minimum of 2 years legal experience relating to investment fund structuring, transactions, or regulatory compliance.

We offer competitive salary, bonuses, 401(K), 401(K) match, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, and a benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental plans.

Additionally, we offer paid CLE, paid maternity/paternity leave, and contribute up to 12 months of childcare upon returning from leave.

CFM is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse community of professionals.

Yearly compensation range inclusive of bonuses: $145k – $300k (based on experience).

Send your resume, cover letter, and any questions about the post to: careers@colefrieman.com.

At this time, we are not accepting agency submissions please.

Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (“CFM”) is a prestigious boutique law firm based in San Francisco with a robust national practice, representing private funds (including hedge, VC/PE, and hybrid structures) and their managers. Our firm advises on over 300 fund launches each year. Additionally, CFM has highly regarded practices focusing on cryptocurrency and digital asset transactional matters, as well as cybersecurity.

We offer flexibility with remote work and are proud to serve an impressive client base. CFM has been at the forefront of digital asset management developments for the past five years. Our attorneys have a billable target of 1,500 hours per year.

Position Summary: Corporate and Securities Associate

CFM is seeking a Corporate & Securities Associate to join our Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Practice in one of our offices in the Bay Area, New York, or Denver. The Associate will engage in a wide range of corporate and securities transactions, with a strong focus on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital asset-related financial products. This role involves advising on securities laws and regulations, assisting with onshore and offshore compliance, and supporting transactions such as private placements, venture capital financings, institutional debt and equity financings, restricted stock transfers, and mergers and acquisitions.

The ideal candidate will have experience with cryptocurrency, digital assets, token offerings, and emerging legal issues in fintech.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on federal and state securities laws and regulations, including SEC, Blue Sky, and NYSE compliance.
• Support offerings under Regulations A, D, S, and CF, and oversee entity formation and management contracts.
• Advise on legal aspects of token compensation and issuances, Security Token Offerings (STOs), stablecoins, exchanges and trading platforms, and other blockchain-related financial products.
• Apply advanced knowledge of the legal landscape in blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital assets.
• Demonstrate expertise in FINRA and broker-dealer issues and advise on ETFs, including regulatory filings, compliance, and board matters.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on emerging legal issues in securities, cryptocurrency, and fintech.
• Collaborate with offshore counsel and clients’ internal teams (finance, compliance, and product development) to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks.
• Assist with capital markets transactions and special corporate projects, including token treasury management, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

• Active membership (in good standing or pending) with the California, New York, or Colorado State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience in securities law, with at least 2 years focused on cryptocurrency, blockchain, and digital assets.
• Strong expertise in securities laws, including the 1933 and 1934 Acts, and experience with hedge fund formation, ICOs, STOs, and blockchain-related financial products.
• In-depth understanding of federal and state securities laws, SEC regulations, FINRA, and broker-dealer issues.
• Experience advising on ETFs, smart contracts, and the regulatory landscape surrounding cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
• Familiarity with the Investment Advisers Act, Investment Company Act, offshore funds, and parallel fund structures is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, along with excellent analytical, research, and drafting skills.
• Experience working with or within regulatory agencies such as the SEC or other relevant authorities.

Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, 401(k), 401(k) match, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, paid CLEs, and a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental plans.

Compensation Range: $115k – $225k (based on experience)

CFM is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse community of professionals.

Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter, writing samples, and any questions to: careers@colefrieman.com.

Please note: at this time, we are not accepting agency submissions.