Employment for lawyers is expected to grow by 5 percent through 2033, according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Private equity firms have high amounts of “dry powder” (unused money that is used to make deals) available for investment, which suggest that there will be strong demand for lawyers to help firms structure and close deals and provide legal guidance regarding portfolio companies. Increasing regulation of the PE industry will also create demand for attorneys.
According to Robert Half's 2025 report, technology is having a significant impact on the legal field. "The enormous amounts of data and documents law firms and legal departments must manage has prompted greater integration of AI into areas such as compliance monitoring, legal research and eDiscovery," the firm explains. "52% of managers at law firms and 66% at legal departments have shifted the skills they seek based on advancements in AI and automation."
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- Private Equity Business Development Directors
- Private Equity Chief Dealmakers
- Private Equity Compliance Professionals
- Private Equity Financial Managers
- Private Equity Investor Relations Specialists
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- Private Equity Research Analysts and Associates
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