‘They treat a smaller firm client as important and deserving of attention in the time frame required.’

‘Very responsive to new requirements and demands for assistance.’

‘Very strong team across the board.’

‘Tim, Barbara, Hamish and team have always provided exceptional advise and absolute client commitment. They have a collaborative, commercially minded outlook which is refreshing and essential to work alongside a fast paced in house hedge fund team.’

‘Good experience within the hedge fund space. Available and good range of specialists when required.’

‘Ian Meade – very knowledgeable about the sector.’

‘Dechert LLP consistently demonstrates exceptional legal acumen and strategic judgment across complex matters. Their depth of expertise and client-focused approach make them a standout legal partner.’

‘Working with Dechert has been a pleasure; their legal intelligence, clarity of thought, and proactive counsel make them an invaluable resource. To put it more plainly, I never have to worry about standard matters.’

‘Dechert is able to support all of our business needs, from a management company perspective (LLP Agreements, employment) to fund formation. The knowledge of the teams is exceptional, and the team ensures that it understands the business strategy and goals to ensure that solutions are practical and a best fit.’

‘James Tinworth is an outstanding lawyer and leader, ably supported by his team.’

‘The team provides a solid combination of technical expertise and commercial awareness. They effectively translate complex legal concepts into practical business solutions while maintaining focus on commercial objectives. Their responsiveness is reliable, with consistent partner-level attention and efficient use of their broader team’s expertise. The firm successfully delivers the capabilities of a larger practice while maintaining the agility and responsiveness of a boutique firm.’

‘James Tinworth demonstrates strong leadership and technical expertise, effectively combining legal knowledge with commercial understanding and a solution-oriented approach. He shows good foresight in identifying potential issues and provides practical, business-focused solutions. What distinguishes James is his commitment to understanding business objectives, providing legal advice within the broader commercial context. He operates more as a business partner than just external counsel, delivering consistent responsiveness and personal attention alongside his technical competence and commercial judgment.’

‘A broad offering across EU, UK and US providing comprehensive advice and assistance. Extremely prompt in responding.’

‘Individuals are retained which helps as client set-up, structure and legacy matters are well known so either saves time from explaining such matters and/or new matters are advised with unique knowledge already factored.’

‘The A&O Funds and Asset Management Team, headed up by Matt Huggett, is first-class. The team’s extensive experience and detailed knowledge of the funds space across the various asset classes and structures shine through during each and every interaction. Particularly engaged and responsive, great quality of work, and always keen to find pragmatic and commercial solutions to complex problems.’

‘The team, led by Simon Firth, has vast investment management and related regulation experience. When we looked for a structure that combined both financial and gambling regulation, Simon was able to steer us through the unique landscape.’

‘Simon Firth has the ability to take our creative ideas and work with the team to deliver a robust and regulatory-compliant structure.’

‘Brilliant team here and in the USA; they are engaging, pragmatic, and great value for emerging managers.’