Firms To Watch: Private funds

Haynes and Boone CDG, LLP is well known for its fund formation work, with particular expertise in venture capital clients. Practice head Karma Samdup has a broad clientele advising PE and VC managers, family offices, and HNWIs.
Katten Muchin Rosenman has kick-started its investment management and funds offering with three notable additions: Thomas Laurer, Ryan Hansen, and Daniel Lewin, who joined from Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP in March 2024.
Freshfields has recently established a private funds and secondaries group in the London office, bolstering the practice with the noteworthy addition of Mary Lavelle from Akin.
Having recently launched in London, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP has been rapidly building out a private funds team with notable additions from Kirkland & Ellis International LLP, including Jeremy Leggate, who will oversee the team.
Emily Brown spearheads the recently established private funds team at White & Case LLP, which has recently bolstered its secondary offerings with two hires from Ropes & Gray LLP: Alex Chauvin and Lavanya Raghavan.

Private funds in London

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP’s private funds team is instructed by a stellar roster of clients, including major private equity and buyout funds. The team stands out for its strength across a diverse range of private funds, from high-value buyout and credit funds, to venture capital and energy funds. Kate Downey and Mark Mifsud jointly lead the team. Downey is a go-to for significant transactions covering the structuring, formation, and raising of funds. Mifsud maintains his reputation for advising on the establishment of major multi-jurisdictional European funds. Alternative investment funds are core to David Christmas‘ practice, who is increasingly active in the growing Evergreen fund market. Another highlighted individual is Sam Wilson, who regularly handles matters related to co-investment schemes and secondary transactions. Other notable individuals include Karen Henderson and Athena Tan, who were promoted to partner and special counsel,  respectively, in March 2025. Aranpreet Randhawa joined the team from Proskauer Rose LLP in January 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Kate Downey; Mark Mifsud


Autres avocats clés:

Sam Wilson; David Christmas; Aranpreet Randhawa;Karen Henderson; Athena Tan


Les références

‘Very high EQ to match top class IQ….an unusually thoughtful mix of technical legal excellence and deal savvy. Also, very innovative and creative when they see opportunity. Good people throughout the team and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Mark Mifsud – most effective lawyer I have worked with in my 36-year professional career. Patient, innovative, and builds trust on both sides of every deal. Right up to date on the latest ideas/best practice in funds management.

‘A team that has built a real pedigree in private funds across different asset classes, enabling them to identify and harness broader trends for the benefit of their clients.’

Principaux clients

APG


Arcmont Asset Management


Balderton Capital (UK) LLP


BlackRock


BlueBay Asset Management


Cairngorm Capital


Cambridge Innovation Capital


Castik Capital


CataCap


Cerberus Capital Management


Corten Capital


Crescent Capital Europe


CVC Credit Partners


Danske Private Equity


Goldman Sachs


Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)


iCON Infrastructure


Kennet Partners


Morgan Stanley


Neuberger Berman


Norvestor


Oakley Capital


Palatine Private Equity


Pemberton Asset Management


Permira / Permira Credit


Pioneer Point Partners


Schroders Greencoat


Vitol SA


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Norvestor on the formation and fundraising of Norvestor Nova I SCSp (“Norvestor Nova”), which closed over-subscribed at EUR 500 million, significantly ahead of its targeted commitments of at least EUR 350 million.
  • Advised Balderton Capital’s ninth early-stage fund (“Balderton Capital IX”) closed in USD 615 million of commitments and follows the firm’s largest ever early-stage fundraise in October 2021 and Balderton Capital’s second ‘early growth’ fund (“Balderton Growth II”) closed in USD 685 million of commitments.
  • Advised CVC Credit Partners on the formation and fundraising of CVC Credit Partners Capital Solutions III (CS III), a junior capital debt fund primarily targeting European sponsors and corporates, which held its final closing with more than EUR 1.6 billion of investable capital.

Kirkland & Ellis International LLP

Kirkland & Ellis International LLP has a premier private funds team, which advises on the full breadth of issues concerning the formation of funds. The team is sought out by a stellar clientele of private equity sponsors, and the firm’s top-tier reputation attracts a significant number of first-time sponsors. Richard Watkins is a go-to for fund formation, fundraising, and the fund-related aspects of major acquisitions. Christopher Braunack is well known for assisting investment firms with the formation of funds across a broad range of asset classes. Theodore Cardos, an expert on continuation funds, has an impressive track record in the secondaries market. Amala Ejikeme regularly advises on multi-billion-dollar closings, while Anand Damodaran advises on an array of fund products, including traditional closed-end private funds, funds-of-one, and evergreen products. Aleksander Bakic has a strong track record in GP-led secondaries transactions; Andrew Shore is proficient in the structuring of private funds; and Amy Fox is well-versed in complex sub-sectors, including co-investment and carried interest arrangements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Richard Watkins; Christopher Braunack


Autres avocats clés:

Theodore Cardos; Amala Ejikeme; Anand Damodaran; Aleks Bakic; Andrew Shore; Amy Fox


Les références

‘Kirkland’s private funds team is highly experienced and very knowledgeable. Their advice is always considered, timely and pragmatic.’

‘Kirkland & Ellis’s private funds team stands out for its deep market knowledge, commercial approach, and ability to handle complex fund structures with ease. Clients benefit from their global reach, consistent responsiveness, and highly strategic advice.

‘The individuals at Kirkland & Ellis are reliable, highly responsive, and very knowledgeable. They combine deep technical expertise with a commercial, solutions-oriented approach. I’ve valued their clarity, consistency, and ability to handle complex matters with confidence and efficiency; their client-first mindset and professionalism truly set them apart.’

Principaux dossiers


Proskauer Rose LLP

Proskauer Rose LLP is renowned for its preeminent secondaries expertise, which complements its robust traditional private equity fund formation practice. The group is renowned for its breadth of experience with secondary transactions, spanning LP portfolios, GP-leds, spin-offs, continuation funds, and fund restructurings. Co-head Nigel van Zyl is a ‘fantastic asset to any fund launch process’ and has seen recent activity advising on the formation of venture capital and credit funds. Meanwhile, co-head Bruno Bertrand-Delfau maintains a strong reputation for leading marquee multi-billion-dollar secondaries deals. Warren Allan specialises in GP-led transactions and is co-head of the secondaries group, which acts as exclusive counsel to a number of premier firms. Both Peter Olds and Edward Lee regularly advise on the structuring of private equity, growth, venture capital, and credit funds. James Oussedik advises sponsors and investors on fund formation and maintenance, as well as on co-investments. Christopher Elson is praised for being a ‘great negotiator’. Duncan Woolard joined the group from Paul Hastings LLP in April 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nigel van Zyl; Bruno Bertrand-Delfau


Autres avocats clés:

Warren Allan; Peter Olds; Edward Lee; James Oussedik; Duncan Woolard; Nick Rose; Lucie Rose; Christopher Elson


Les références

‘Nick Rose is a superstar; incredibly hard-working, he has an excellent knowledge of the market and is a fantastic asset to any fund launch process.’

‘We value the team’s technical excellence, commercial pragmatism, and responsiveness, particularly in navigating complex cross-border structures and regulatory environments key strengths include its integrated global team with legal, regulatory, and secondaries expertise, its strong LP-side insight, enhancing negotiation strategy.’

‘Both Lucie Rose and Nigel van Zyl stand out for their rare combination of technical mastery, commercial acumen, and deep market insight. Nigel brings strategic clarity to complex structuring decisions and is a trusted advisor at the most senior levels. Lucie is exceptionally responsive, detail-oriented, and pragmatic—critical during fast-moving fundraises.’

Principaux clients

Ardian


Hg


Fidelio Capital


A.P Moller Capital


Singulah


Moonfire Ventures


Patria Investments


Energy Impact Partners


AnaCap Financial Partners


BENCIS Capital Partners


Tenzing Private Equity


Apiary Capital Partners


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Ardian as lead investor in a new fund vehicle managed by Accel-KKR with an aggregate total deal value of approximately $2.3 billion. This deal won Secondaries Investor’s GP-Led Deal of the Year award.
  • Advising Energy Impact Partners on the formation of Energy Impact Partners Flagship Fund III, its main energy transition venture and growth capital fund, which is targeting $1.5 billion.
  • Advised AlbaCore Capital on the establishment and first close of its maiden Senior Direct Lending Fund which is targeting €3 billion in commitments.

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Praised by one client for being the ‘go-to firm for mega buy-out funds’, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is renowned for advising on multi-billion-dollar launches. The department boasts extensive expertise in handling large-cap fundraising for its clients’ flagship funds, for example, assisting Apax Partners with its US$12 billion fundraise for its private equity fund, Apax XI. Gareth Earl heads up the team and regularly acts for major European private equity sponsors on global fundraises with international investors. Seema Shah is a go-to for fund formation and private investing in alternative asset classes. Robert Lee regularly acts for sponsors of private equity, infrastructure and other alternative investment funds. Co-heading the evergreen private wealth funds practice, James Board has deep knowledge of open-ended and perpetual funds. Jason Glover‘s reputation precedes him for his deep knowledge of global fundraising. Dan Lloyd is also singled out.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gareth Earl


Autres avocats clés:

Seema Shah; Robert Lee; James Board; Dan Lloyd; Jason Glover


Les références

‘We have had the privilege of working closely with STB on the launch of an open-ended fund, and their contribution has been nothing short of exceptional. Their agile, commercial, and creative approach has exceeded our expectations, enabling us to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes with confidence and clarity.

‘James Board has been curious, available, and always open to exploring innovative solutions. His proactive mindset and willingness to engage in thoughtful dialogue made him an invaluable partner in driving progress and challenging conventional thinking within the legal fund landscape.’

‘Responsiveness, value-add strategic advice, mastering all challenges of fundraising, always able to add resources when the heavy-lifting times come while managing the fundraising lean during other times. ’

Principaux dossiers


Clifford Chance LLP

Clifford Chance LLP boasts an active private fund offering and is a top choice for sponsor-side clients. The practice is particularly well known for its expertise in infrastructure debt and real estate debt funds. Beyond these capabilities, the team regularly advises on well-established fund types such as direct lending and innovative products such as long-term private equity. Practice head Alexandra Davidson is well-versed in both structuring funds as well as secondaries transactions, including GP-led continuation funds. Gerard Saviola handles high-value fundraisings across a breadth of equity and credit strategies. Alexander Chester has a niche in assisting funds that focus on emerging and disruptive technologies, while LP-led secondary portfolio sales make up a significant part of Jonathan Bray‘s workload. Lily Marcel is singled out for her depth of knowledge on fund-related sustainable finance and ESG issues. Vishal Mashru has carved out a niche in structuring sustainability-focused private equity funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alexandra Davidson


Autres avocats clés:

Gerard Saviola; Alexander Chester; Jonathan Bray; Lily Marcel; Vishal Mashru


Les références

‘The team that works on our matters is a very well-oiled machine, delivering quality advice efficiently and effectively. As far as our funds work is concerned, there is not much that they have not seen before; the team has both excellent legal knowledge and know-how, as well as good insights into market practice and trends. They have a ‘can-do’ approach and are solutions-driven.’

‘Gerard Saviola leads and manages the team that works for us expertly. He is a great mentor to the team. The whole team are a pleasure to work with.’

‘Clifford Chance’s private funds team excels at handling complex matters across different countries while staying responsive to client needs. What sets them apart is their ability to think ahead and spot potential problems before they happen.’

Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Bridgepoint on the establishment of Bridgepoint Development Capital V – one of the fastest (and largest) European mid-market private equity funds closed this year. This fund has been significantly over-subscribed and went from launch to final investor closing within c. 6 months with EUR 2.7 bn raised.
  • Advising Five Arrows in relation to funds across their private equity and credit verticals, including Five Arrows Growth Partners II and Five Arrows Debt Partners IV.
  • Advising Climate Asset Management on multiple sustainable investment products including Carbon Nature Fund and Nature-Based Carbon Fund.

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP maintains its excellent reputation for private funds, advising on traditional fund formation mandates for major fund sponsors, alongside alternative capital raising. The team is highly skilled across the full breadth of fund-related issues, covering tax and regulatory aspects across the UK, Europe and the US. Leading the team is Geoffrey Kittredge who draws on two decades of experience to advise on fundraisings with multijurisdictional elements. Shawn D’Aguiar, who joined from Goodwin in July 2024, is well-versed in a broad scope of investment fund matters, from capital raising and carry planning to continuation vehicles and coinvestments. Matthew Dickman regularly assists international sponsors. John Rife is particularly active, leading a number of the team’s marquee transactions. Splitting her time between the London, Paris and Frankfurt offices, Patricia Volhard is lauded for her ‘excellent commercial support’.

Responsables de la pratique:

Geoffrey Kittredge


Autres avocats clés:

Shawn D’Aguiar; Matthew Dickman; John Rife; Patricia Volhard; Kay Hunter


Les références

‘The firm has a unique fund formation team in terms of technical skills and market knowledge, allowing them to fit the best solution to clients’ needs.’

‘I have been working with Shawn D’Aguiar and his team. He has shown a unique expertise and positive attitude. He has a long-standing niche experience.’

‘Very strong senior associate level across the teams. Good communication and collaboration between teams means a seamless service is provided through one contact point. Market knowledge is swiftly gathered.’

Principaux clients

LCM Capital LLP


Tishman Speyer


Glendower Capital, LLP


Wafra Inc.


LGT Capital


Cerberus Capital Management, L.P.


Park Square Capital


Apera Asset Management LLP


Metric Capital


FitzWalter Capital Limited


Exponent Private Equity LLP


LeapFrog Investments


DBAY Advisors Limited


Igneo Infrastructure Partners


AlbaCore Capital Partners


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised FitzWalter Capital in connection with the raising of FitzWalter’s second fund, FitzWalter Capital Partners II, at c.$1.4bn, exceeding the target of $1.25bn.
  • Representing LeapFrog Investments in raising its fourth Emerging Consumer Fund, which will make equity and equity related investments in businesses that provide financial services (including insurance and adjacent products) or health care products and services to primarily low income and under-served people.
  • Advised LGT Capital Partners in connection with the fundraising of their latest secondaries flagship, Crown Global Secondaries VI, which has held a final close at more than $7 billion of capital commitments, exceeding the target size of $6 billion.

Goodwin

Goodwin is noted for its expertise across the full range of private investment funds, from private equity funds to infrastructure funds. Practice head Michael Halford acts for institutional and private investors and regularly advises on fundraising and structuring funds and co-investment arrangements. Alexandrine Armstrong-Cerfontaine splits her time between the firm’s London and Luxembourg offices and is well-equipped to handle international fund formation mandates. ‘Astute practitioner’ Ravi Chopra co-leads the firm’s secondaries practice and is a key port of call for his transatlantic expertise. Co-chair of the London office, Ajay Pathak leads on the establishment and operation of private funds. Andrew Pollock is singled out for handling mid-market investment, while Ben Yeoh‘s core focus is on venture capital.

Responsables de la pratique:

Michael Halford


Autres avocats clés:

Alexandrine Armstrong-Cerfontaine; Ravi Chopra; Ajay Pathak; Andrew Pollock; Ben Yeoh


Les références

‘Ravi Chopra is a very calm, collected and astute practitioner who is not afraid to embrace complexity in a commercial and technically sound manner.’

‘The team is very commercial and effectively acts and thinks as if they were a full-time member of our investment team. Very reliable, safe pair of hands in various contexts.’

‘Even more junior lawyers are very mature and are able to act as if they are partners. I have had a particularly good experience working with Ravi Chopra, Andrew Pollock. They are also very knowledgeable in the field of secondaries, and this is their bread and butter.’

Principaux dossiers


Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins houses a heavy-weight investment funds practice, with a strong pedigree advising sponsors across buyout, infrastructure, credit, and venture and growth equity strategies. The group provides its enviable client roster with expertise spanning both fund formation, investments into funds, and secondary transactions. James McCrory is routinely instructed on multi-billion-dollar fund acquisitions for buy-side and sell-side clients. Mateja Maher is noted for his experience assisting with fundraising and portfolio sales. Adrian C. Grocock covers the full gamut of fund-related mandates, including inaugural fund launches, secondary transactions, and investments into bespoke structures. Clare Scott was promoted to partner in March 2024 and is highlighted for handling both open and closed-ended fund formation. Serena Lee joined from Akin in March 2025.

Autres avocats clés:

Mateja Maher; Adrian C. Grocock; Clare Scott; Serena Lee; James McCrory


Les références

‘The team has a « can-do » attitude, I always feel that I am in a safe set of hands, no matter how bespoke the request.’

‘Latham & Watkins focus within the investment funds area upon the specifics of carried interest and co-investment is a differentiated approach complementing the primary fund counsel and giving specialism and focus. ’

‘Adrian Grocock is a truly client-focused partner and is dedicated to bringing his carried interest/coinvest specialism to bear across the wider areas of investment funds and is adept within the private client and corporate arena.’

Principaux clients

Ares Management


Bridgepoint


ESR


GEF Capital Partners


Global Infrastructure Management


Helios Investment Partners


Hunter Point Capital


I Squared Capital


IFM Investors


Lindsay Goldberg


NATO Innovation Fund


Patrica Investments


Quadriga Capital Private Equity Fund


Queen’s Park Equity


Sackville Capital


StepStone Private Equity


StepStone Real Assets (Infrastructure)


StepStone Real Estate


Synthesis Capital


TA Associates


Principaux dossiers


Linklaters LLP

Linklaters LLP continues to advise both investors and sponsors on major private equity, real estate, and credit strategies. The London investment funds practice sits within a global network, allowing top European fund managers to benefit from its full spectrum of funds structuring, fund regulation, and fund tax advice with international components. Team lead Matt Keogh is an expert in fund formation in private credit and also receives a steady stream of instructions pertaining to the retailisation of private funds.  Rahul Manvatkar specialises in fund-related regulation, with a particular focus on ESG and sustainability issues. Clare Baker is well known for advising investors in their investments into private funds, as well as handling GP and LP-led secondary transactions. Rounding out the team are a number of notable associates, including Emily Simmons, Gareth Crimp, and Olof Echt.

Responsables de la pratique:

Matthew Keogh


Autres avocats clés:

Rahul Manvatkar; Clare Baker; Gareth Crimp; Olof Echt


Les références

‘The team is dedicated, experienced, responsive and always provides outstanding work. Communication is flawless, and each team member is approachable and easy to work with. The team headed by Clare Baker is our favourite, and we can always rely on their swift and high-quality response.’

‘Clare Baker is an all-rounded professional but also a very approachable partner. She is proactive, extremely knowledgeable and is excellent at developing and maintaining business relations. We are very happy clients.’

‘I cannot speak highly enough of the Linklaters private funds team’s exceptional expertise, responsiveness, and collaborative spirit. Their deep understanding of the market, combined with their pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach, makes them an invaluable partner.’

Principaux clients

Ardian


Barings


Brookfield


Cerberus


DWS


Macquarie Asset Management


Morgan Stanley


Q-Energy


QIC


SoftBank


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising QIC as fund counsel in relation to its flagship European Infrastructure Debt Fund (“QIDF”), a closed ended infrastructure debt fund focusing on investments located in the OECD countries.
  • Advising on the launch of its first European direct lending strategy – an expansion of the firm’s private credit offering.
  • Structuring, establishing, negotiating and closing two large complex co-investments and syndication processes for Brookfield Asset Management in connection with the acquisition of two high-profile businesses in the Middle East.

Paul Hastings LLP

Paul Hastings LLP has a premier credit funds practice, advising credit managers in the credit and direct lending space with high-value raises. The team also has capabilities across bespoke structures, including rated feeders. Diala Minott leads the team and is deeply experienced in advising on the launches of European direct lending strategies as well as private credit secondaries. Zach Milloy focuses on the regulatory aspects of fund products across the UK, Europe and the US. Catherine Gokah is a recent addition to the team, having joined from Kirkland & Ellis in April 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Diala Minott


Autres avocats clés:

Zach Milloy; Catherine Gokah; Alexander Scordino


Les références

‘Paul Hastings has established itself as a market leader in private credit fund formation, leveraging the firm’s renowned finance practice to offer specialised expertise in this rapidly growing sector.’

‘The practice offers comprehensive services spanning the entire fund lifecycle—from formation and capital raising through investments, portfolio management, restructurings, and exits. The team excels at guiding fund managers through increasingly complex regulatory environments, particularly in areas like AIFMD, SEC registration requirements, and evolving ESG disclosure obligations.’

‘Diala Minott and Alexander Scordino form an exceptional client service team that consistently delivers outstanding results. As a partner, Diala brings strategic vision and deep market knowledge, while Alexander complements her leadership with meticulous attention to detail and strong technical expertise.’

Principaux clients

Access Capital Partner


AlbaCore Capital


Alcentra


Alliance Bernstein


AllSpring


AltamarCAM Partners


Angelo Gordon


Apollo


Ares


Arini Capital Management Limited


Barclays Hedge Fund


Blackrock


Capital Dynamics


Cheyne Capital


Credit Suisse Asset Management


Eurazeo


Fair Oaks


Fidelity


HSBC Asset Management


ICG


Insight Investment


Kartesia


KKR


JP Morgan Asset Management


LaSalle


Lexington Partners


MacKay Shields


Man Group


Mizuho


Monroe Capital


Montana Capital Partners


MV Credit


Neuberger Berman


Ninety One plc


Oak Hill


Oaktree


Pantheon


Pemberton Asset Management


PGIM


Rothschild


Sofinnova


Sona Asset Management


Stepstone


CVC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Pantheon Ventures on the largest credit secondaries platform in Europe standing at $10.1 billion with a variety of rated feeders, private wealth platforms and funds and feeders.
  • Advising on the fundraise for ICG Senior Debt Partners 5, Europe’s largest direct lending fund, raising $17bn.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has a preeminent private funds group that is renowned for the breadth of its expertise, spanning primary fundraisings and complex GP-led secondaries across the full gamut of asset classes. Private equity, infrastructure, energy transition, and credit are among some of the key strategies that the group advises on. James Sargent is a key port of call for the team’s leading clientele, handling the establishment and operation of private investment funds. James Bromley advises fund managers throughout the entire lifecycle, from mega funds to start-ups on primary fundraisings. Stephen Fox frequently advises on infrastructure funds and is well regarded for his extensive experience in fund structuring, GP-led secondaries and co-investments. Jacquelyn Volpe is also key to the team, assisting with the full spectrum of private investment fund mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

James Sargent; James Bromley


Autres avocats clés:

Stephen Fox; Jacquelyn Volpe


Les références

‘The Weil team is extremely responsive, collaborative and market-leading in terms of intel and comps on terms, particularly economic terms. The team is client-centric, pragmatic and has a problem-solving mindset. It is commercial, flexible and pragmatic in terms of billing arrangements ’

‘Stephen Fox and James Bromley are standout partners and market leaders – in particular, they are commercially minded, have market intel at their fingertips and go above and beyond in terms of responsiveness and offering up solutions to complex problems – very client-centric approach ’

‘James Bromley is phenomenal – very smart and solution-oriented ’

Principaux clients

Brookfield Asset Management


PAI Partners


InfraRed Capital Partners


Arcus


Actis


Cheyne Capital


PATRIZIA


Generation Investment Management / Just Climate


Astatine Investment Partners


Px3 Partners


Terra Natural Capital AG


Ashgrove Capital


Gyrus Capital


bd-capital


Oakley Capital


Syntagma Capital Partners


CapMan


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted as international funds counsel for PAI Partners on its latest flagship fundraise, PAI Partners VIII, which surpassed its fundraising target to secure €7.1 billion in total capital commitments.
  • Advised Brookfield Asset Management in the $2.4 billion initial closing for the Catalytic Transition Fund (CTF), marking a significant milestone towards the target of raising up to $5 billion for deployment towards clean energy and transition assets in emerging markets.
  • Advised InfraRed on the establishment and fundraising of its $1 billion flagship global private equity infrastructure fund, InfraRed Infrastructure Fund VI, plus various related co-investment and managed account vehicles.

Akin

Akin is a dominant force for secondary transactions, housing a top-tier buyside secondaries practice. Fundraising, fund formation and fund restructuring mandates are other common features of the team’s workload. Practice head Daniel Quinn is recognised for his prowess in GP-led secondary transactions and is a go-to for leading fund managers. Simon Ellis has a broad practice, handling on the one hand, fundraisings and coinvestment arrangements and on the other, complex LP portfolio sales. Qasam Mahmood is also singled out for his experience on secondaries transactions across asset classes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Daniel Quinn


Autres avocats clés:

Simon Ellis; Qasam Mahmood


Les références

‘They are simply the smartest team in town. If it’s difficult, clever or bespoke, this is the team for you.’

‘Simon Ellis is an outstanding young partner; never any drama, gets it done whatever the circumstances; thorough and tireless. Daniel Quinn is the fastest thinking lawyer in town and the smoothest and most articulate of negotiators.’

‘Simon Ellis and Daniel Quinn  – both really hard-working, creative at solving problems, team players and good fun to work on a transaction with.’

Principaux clients

Adelis Equity Partners


Aliph Capital


Aliter Capital


Apollo Global Management


Ares Management Company


Clipway


Coller Capital


Echo VC Partners


Everstone


Expedition Growth Capital


Glendower Capital


Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC)


ICG


Key Capital Partners


National Trust of Scotland


Oakfield Capital Partners


Ocean Fund LP


Oriens


Pearl Diver Capital


Phoenix Equity Partners


Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners


RIT Capital


Rubicon Partners


Stratus Group


Sunridge Partners


Turkven Private Equity


Varsity Capital


Wren House Infrastructure Management Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for Adelis Equity Partners in the short and oversubscribed fundraise for Adelis Equity Partners Fund IV, a EUR 1.6 billion fund.
  • Advised CVC Secondary Partners and Pantheon Ventures as the co-lead investors in a GP-led secondary transaction raising €1.4bn, initiated by Astorg, a leading pan-European private equity firm.
  • Advised Phoenix Equity Partners on the formation of a £200 million continuation fund through which Phoenix extended its partnership with large-scale trade exhibitions company, Nineteen Group, and private pay dental group, Envisage Dental.

Ashurst

Ashurst has a strong track record advising on the fundraising, structuring and formation of infrastructure funds with a focus on sustainability. The team is active in the green transition and ESG space, assisting sponsors with new strategies outside of their core products in this sector. Practice head Nick Goddard is a trusted advisor to leading fund sponsors and investors, while Piers Warburton is well-versed in the full spectrum of investment funds matters. Nicola Hopkins regularly instructs investors on co-investments and GP-led secondaries.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nick Goddard


Autres avocats clés:

Piers Warburton; Nicola Hopkins


Principaux clients

Equitix Investment Management Ltd


Intermediate Capital Group (ICG)


Altor Equity Partners


Agilitas Private Equity


Axiom Equity Capital Partners LLP


Foresight Group


Northcote Equity


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Altor on the establishment of the ACT I €1.1bn green transition private equity fund, which is a key fundraising in Europe’s ESG space.
  • Advising Equitix in relation to the establishment of Equitix UK Electricity Storage Fund.
  • Advised Northcote on the establishment of its maiden private equity fund.

Pinsent Masons LLP

Pinsent Masons LLP regularly advises on fund formation and international fundraisers, with recent cross-border mandates in the Middle East. The team counts among its clients investment funds, including development finance institutions and impact investors. Practice head Ian Warner specialises in advising on fund launches that focus on impact investing. Edinburgh-based co-head David Young has particular expertise in alternative assets. Oliver Crowley is another notable practitioner.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ian Warner; David Young


Autres avocats clés:

Oliver Crowley


Les références

‘Very approachable, down to earth and joined up team. Always give the impression of being on top of the transaction and actions/timelines which is important and reassuring. Throughout transactions, it feels like you are working with a team rather than a bunch of individuals from the same firm.’

‘Ian Warner – approachable and commercial – always feels like he strikes the right balance between important issues and nice to have points, and good at working through issues when they arise/suggesting solutions. An excellent sounding board.

‘The people that we deal with on a very regular basis provide a very personal service and feel like an extension to our team.’

Principaux clients

aberdeen Investments


Accelerated Digital Ventures Limited (L&G)


Aegon Asset Management


Aegon Private Equity Pool


Ammper Energy


Asian Development Bank


Atrium Infrastructure


British International Investment plc


Bricks Capital Limited


Coal Pension Trustees Limited


Dalmore Capital Limited


Environment Agency Pension Fund


Farsight Partners


Fife Pension Fund


HSBC Alternative Investments Limited


HRL Morrison & Co


Imperial College


International Finance Corporation


Gresham House


LCN Capital Partners


Lothian Pension Fund


Merseyside Pension Fund


Michelin Pension Trustees


NEST


NILGOSC (The Northern Ireland Local Government Officers’ Superannuation Committee)


Northeast Scotland Pension Fund


Thriving Investments Limited (formerly PfP Capital Limited)


Phoenix Life


Railpen Investments


Regenerate Asset Management


Resonance Impact Investment Limited


RWE/E.ON Trustees


Sango Private Equity


Scottish National Investment Bank


Scottish Widows


Southwark Pension Fund


Stichting Pensioenfonds KPN


Strathclyde Pension Fund


Systemiq Capital


TKPI Real Estate Fund


Unilever UK Central Resources Limited


University of Liverpool Pension Fund


West Yorkshire Combined Authority


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Farsight Partners on the structure and launch of a complex $1,000,000,000 SMA structure with AB Carval involving Cayman structures.
  • Advised British International Investment plc (BII) on the establishment of a new vehicle established to syndicate its investment in an Indian electric battery business.
  • Advising Asian Development Bank on a  $20,000,000 investment into ABC Impact Fund II, a private equity impact fund established in Singapore to help firms in the Philippines and neighbouring countries implement educational, health, agricultural and women-focused financial inclusion projects.

Ropes & Gray LLP

Ropes & Gray LLP is an ‘international powerhouse’, allowing clients of the private funds team to benefit from its multijurisdictional fund structuring expertise. The firm’s global resources are employed across a broad range of strategies, from private equity and credit to energy and renewables. Tom Alabaster is increasingly active in new structures, including open-ended funds, while Christopher Townsend focuses on traditional closed-ended funds and co-investment and carried interest arrangements. Eve Ellis leverages two decades of experience advising on financial services, accumulating an in-depth understanding of fund regulation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tom Alabaster


Autres avocats clés:

Christopher Townsend; Eve Ellis


Les références

‘Chris Townsend is highly skilled and spends time understanding the specific interests, issues and concerns of each client, commercial and has great availability.’

‘They are a truly international powerhouse. Working with UK and US teams on joint projects is seamless and feels like working with a single team. Similarly, they manage to leverage their broad, international expertise to guide clients to a successful international fundraise irrespective of sponsor profile/location.’

‘Chris Townsend is highly commercial and solution-oriented. Always available and working towards getting the best results for his clients.’

Principaux dossiers


A&O Shearman

A&O Shearman is noted for its capabilities in advising on private credit and private equity funds, including closed-ended, open-ended and hybrid fund structures. Beyond its activity in the formation and fundraising space, the team also advises institutional investors on their investments into private funds. Matt Huggett is instructed on both fund establishment and regulatory mandates. John Adams focuses on UK and European regulation. Nick Williams retired in April 2025 and is now a consultant with the firm.

Responsables de la pratique:

Matt Huggett


Autres avocats clés:

John Adams; Nick Williams; Amy Hart


Les références

‘The A&O Shearman team has a great bench, with depth across private funds. They have global coverage for reg issues and work as one team across different offices. ’

‘John Adams is an exceptional solicitor who is always available and delivers great work product. He has great judgement and the ability to see the commercial picture. Amy Hart is a confident associate, interacting with a range of service providers across matters.’

‘Broad presence and diverse practice areas, with a strong global network and a commitment to building lasting client relationships.’

Principaux clients

Polus Capital Management


MUFG Bank Ltd.


MetLife Investment Management


M&G Plc.


CQS


DWS Asset Management


EFG-Hermes


Pemberton Capital Advisors


IG4 Capital


Investcorp


Red Kite


Japan Industrial Partners Inc.


Daiwa International Capital Partners


TRG Management


One Queen Capital


Development Bank of Japan


Polus Capital Management


MUFG Bank Ltd.


MetLife Investment Management


M&G Plc.


CQS


DWS Asset Management


EFG-Hermes


Pemberton Capital Advisors


IG4 Capital


Investcorp


Red Kite


Japan Industrial Partners Inc.


Daiwa International Capital Partners


TRG Management


One Queen Capital


Development Bank of Japan


Principaux dossiers


Dechert LLP

Dechert LLP showcases a broad private funds practice, which excels in advising clients on 'navigating complex fund structures and compliance requirements'. This breadth of work extends to a robust secondaries and ESG regulatory offering. Gus Black chairs the group and is trusted by major private credit investment platforms. Christopher Gardner is well-equipped to handle matters related to domestic and international domiciled funds. Sam Kay is highly praised for advising on both fund formation and LP-led secondary transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gus Black


Autres avocats clés:

Sam Kay; Mikhaelle Schiappacasse; Matthew Duxbury; Craig Borthwick


Les références

‘We repeatedly instruct Dechert because of the value that partner, Chris Gardner, brings to our business. He always makes himself available to discuss any time-critical issues that arise and has a very practical and commercial approach.’

‘We appreciate that they take the time to work through issues with us. They present us with potential issues and also suggest solutions. It really feels like they are a part of our team.’

‘It’s a strong team at all levels, but the senior associate Matthew Duxbury is the individual who stands out for us the most. He has been there for us in a number of challenging situations on a number of occasions, which we appreciate. The lead partner Craig Borthwick is also a great asset to our firm who we call upon for advice regularly. ’

Principaux clients

Aberdeen Inc


AGC Equity Partners Limited


Amber Capital UK LLP


Apollo Global Management


Barings LLC


Blixt Group


Cibus Capital


Columna Capital LLP


Graham Partners Inc


Hermes GPE LLP


Patria Private Equity


Pemberton


RenaissanceRe Fund Management


StepStone Group


Warburg-Serres Investments


Columna Capital LLP


Maguar Capital


MiddleGround Management, L.P.


The Seventh Swedish National Pension Fund (AP7)


Patria Private Equity (Europe) Limited


Principaux dossiers


DLA Piper

Major institutional investors, fund sponsors, and asset managers rely on DLA Piper‘s investment funds practice for advice on fund formation and cross-border investment strategies. Practice head Jonathan Powling routinely advises on the structuring of infrastructure funds while Sam Whittaker takes the lead on the launch and on the regulatory aspects of funds, with particular expertise in venture capital funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jonathan Powling


Autres avocats clés:

Sam Whittaker


Les références

‘The DLA funds team are an approachable, knowledgeable and straight-talking team.’

‘Sam Whittaker is very approachable and gives clear, concise advice. He is our go-to funds lawyer.’

‘Deep experience acting for both GPs and LPs gives this team an understanding of market practice which is second-to-none.’

‘Sam Whittaker is knowledgeable, commercial, proactive – and generally a great partner for us in our private market fund reviews.’

 

Principaux clients

Adams Street Partners


Amber Infrastructure


Aviva Ventures


BRG Asset Management


Claret Capital Partners


Greensphere Capital


London Stock Exchange Group


MMC Ventures


MxP Partners LLP


Parkway Venture Capital


RTP Global


Seedrs Limited


Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Greensphere Capital on the successful launch of its Gaia Sciences Innovation fund which targeted a GBP150 million capital raise to invest in and scale world-leading businesses that mitigate against the dual crises of climate change and biodiversity loss.
  • Advising RTP Global on the launch of RTP Global Partners IV, a USD1 billion successor fund to RTP Global Partners III, which will support and nurture founders building the next generation of category-defining companies.
  • Advising Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company on the launch of Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company IV which is targeting a GBP80 million capital raise to invest in ambitious and unique technology startups as early as possible across Europe.

Hogan Lovells International LLP

Hogan Lovells International LLP continues to advise on fund formation and investment mandates. The team’s expertise encompasses seed investment funds and debt funds, including infrastructure funds with a sustainability angle. Nicholas Holman takes charge of the fund formation practice, while Ed Harris leads the secondaries practice. GP-led transactions and continuation funds fall under Harris’ purview. Holman is experienced in advising on the launch of funds and the establishment of co-investment funds. Jeremy Pickles stands out for being ‘very knowledgeable of the private funds space and issues affecting sponsors and investors alike’, handling both launches and secondary transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nicholas Holman


Autres avocats clés:

Ed Harris; Jeremy Pickles


Les références

‘The private funds team at Hogan Lovells excels at providing high-quality advice on all matters, including fund formation and advice to investors. We particularly value the clear advice and guidance provided on our proposed private fund investments.’

‘Nicholas Holman is a highly skilled private funds lawyer. Exceptionally approachable and understanding of the issues that matter to his clients.’

‘Nicholas Holman is an expert who is also highly commercial in the context of my company’s risk appetite.’

‘They are responsive and clear in their advice, and they offer intelligent solutions to problems. They stand out from other firms in the market for their experience in LP-side representation, both in terms of advice and transaction management. They are also lovely people – very nice and easy to work with; they add value in many different ways outside of just being advisers.’

‘Jeremy Pickles – very good at stepping in when required and pointing things in the right direction. Excellent market knowledge of fund terms across various types of private fund transactions, and can advise on regulatory issues with respect to fund formation as well.’

Principaux clients

aberdeen


British Business Bank


British International Investment plc


Camco Management Limited


Columbia Threadneedle Investments


FMO (Netherlands Development Bank)


Infracapital


International Finance Corporation


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Camco Management Limited, a London-based impact fund manager, on the of Camco REPP 2, a cutting-edge blended finance fund domiciled in Luxembourg with a targeted fund size of US$250m.
  • Advised British Business Bank on a significant number of investments across its venture capital and venture debt funds, Enterprise Capital Funds.
  • Advised Columbia Threadneedle Investments and Threadneedle Property Unit Trust (TPUT) on the merger of TPUT, an open-ended real estate fund investing into UK property, with Nuveen Real Estate’s UK Property Fund, resulting in TPUT surpassing £1bn in assets.

Reed Smith LLP

Reed Smith LLP demonstrates proficiency across multiple facets of funds, including fundraising, fund launches and investments into funds. The team leverages its international network to act for global credit and investment managers. Heading up the team, Brendan Gallen specialises in the structuring of alternative investment funds across a range of asset classes. Panos Katsambas is also recommended for routinely supporting the team’s U.S. and European clients. A key aspect of Matt Evans‘ work is advising on investments into funds, including SME-focused and digital infrastructure funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Brendan Gallen


Autres avocats clés:

Panos Katsambas; Matt Evans


Les références

‘The frictionless and committed collaboration between the firm’s sector groups is a unique strength. Especially, for the firm’s venture capital LP clients who are conducting legal/regulatory due diligence and negotiating terms and documentation with GPs for sector-focused funds, including emerging technologies and crypto.’

‘Brendan’s technical and commercial command of the subject matter, his hands-on leadership, quality of advice, negotiation skills, commitment, timeliness, and communication style has been of exceptionally high quality.’

‘Very strong team; Brendan Gallen is a workhorse and a very smart, experienced one. The quality of « solving problems” versus raising problems was also very high, and this particular raise had very high international complexity in the hierarchy of entities involved in the structure.’

Principaux dossiers


Stephenson Harwood

Stephenson Harwood‘s private funds repertoire consists predominantly of secondaries expertise. The team is highly regarded for its leading funds transactional practice. Gabriel Boghossian heads up the secondaries department, while Sarah de Ste Croix is at the helm of the broader funds practice. Boghossian has a stellar track record structuring major GP-led secondaries and is a top choice for GPs and buyers across Europe and the US, while de Ste Croix handles the full gamut of transactions related to closed-ended investment funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gabriel Boghossian; Sarah de Ste Croix


Principaux clients

Greenpeak Management GmbH


Hayfin Capital Management LLP


Astorg


Kline Hill Partners


Unigestion SA


Five Arrows Managers SAS


Schroders Capital Management (Switzerland) AG


Northleaf Capital Partners


TPG


Soho Square Capital Partners


Philippos Asset Management AG


Railpen


AXA IM, Paris


Vaaka Partners


M&G


RGREEN INVEST


Intermediate Capital Group


Multiplicity Partners AG


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted as fund counsel for Greenpeak Management on its first GP-led transaction.
  • Advised on nine different GP-led continuation vehicle transactions for Kline Hill Partners across its GP-led investment programme.

Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP

Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP is well regarded for its expertise in the practice area, and benefits from its international network which includes teams across Europe and the US. The group is noted for its strength in the secondaries market, and acts for a diverse range of clients including financial institutions, wealth managers, and family offices. Solomon Wifa leads the UK practice, and has expertise relating to a diverse range of asset classes including private equity, debt, and real estate. Key names in the team include Henrietta de Salis, who has over 25 years' experience in the field with a record of advising clients across Europe and the US, and Colin Fulton, who is 'diligent and pragmatic' and covers fund formation and operational matters, among other issues. Benoît Champon joined the team in 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Solomon Wifa


Autres avocats clés:

Henrietta de Salis; Colin Fulton; Mélina Combeau; Benoît Champon


Les références

‘Solomon Wifa has deep technical knowledge and experience, and is a very capable lawyer. He is always responsive, clear and helpful ’

‘The Wilkie team work extremely hard and ensure our deals complete on strict timeframes. They are a pleasure to work with and have excellent expertise and client focus.’

‘Excellent law firm, with deep industry expertise and a global reach.’

Principaux clients

CVC Secondary Partners (fka Glendower Capital)


Insight Partners


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Insight Partners in connection with the closing of its thirteenth flagship fund with a dedicated co-investment fund for buyout transactions, as well as the closing of its structured equity fund, Opportunities Fund II. The funds closed with total capital commitments of $12.5 billion.
  • Advised CVC Secondary Partners (formerly known as) Glendower Capital and its Secondary Opportunities Fund Programs on the completion of multiple portfolio acquisitions of limited partnership interests from institutional sellers.
  • Worked together with the Paris office to advise Hivest Capital Partners on the structuring of its first continuation fund.

Addleshaw Goddard

Core to Addleshaw Goddard‘s private funds practice is a focus on fund formation and fund investment. Alongside regularly acting for mid-market private fund GPs, the team is well-versed in representing investors on capital deployment to a broad spectrum of funds, from PE and real estate to infrastructure and venture capital. Jan Grüter leads the team and is praised for his expertise with market entrants. Ben Cocoracchio distinguishes himself for his notable experience with venture capital funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jan Grüter


Autres avocats clés:

Ben Cocoracchio


Les références

‘The team is composed of seasoned lawyers who specialize in different fund and investment management areas. The dynamic business oriented approach and out of the box thinking makes the AG team standing out from same practices in other law firms.

‘Jan Grüter has an excellent leadership and management style that results in the activation of great capabilities of the team. Strong expertise is a great motivation for the younger lawyers.’

‘Addleshaw Goddard is one of the star teams in the sector. Simply exceptional services from a very friendly team who wants to deliver for their clients.’

Principaux clients

European Investment Fund


Foresight


Sprints


GTO


Sphera Partners


OrbeNovo


Souter Investments


GTO


Axiom


BNP Paribas


The First Thirty


Two Magnolias


Unbound


Delta Wealth Partners


Norn Ventures


NorthSky Capital


Crestline Investors


Gulf Capital Limited


Cordiant Capital Inc


Royal London


Phoenix Equity Partners


YFM Private Equity


Hakluyt Capital


New Forests


Agathos Management LLP


PropertyShare UK


Bluefield Partners LLP


Gravis


Bridges Fund Management Limited


Warrington Borough Council


Par Equity


British International Investment


Pension Protection Fund


Local Government Pension Scheme framework


AS Equity Partners


Northtree Investment Management Limited


Rise Point Capital


Expression Capital Partners


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised New Forests on the launch of the Future Forests Innovation Fund, raising USD 300m at its first closing.
  • Advised Hakluyt Capital on the successful final close – in excess of USD 50m target commitments – of its first fund investing in technology space.
  • Advised a specialist fund on its silent participation in a significant European life insurance joint venture.

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP‘s investment funds team sits within the firm’s broader financial services group, and its central focus is on advising private credit fund sponsors. The team frequently supports institutional investors, including DFIs, on investments into funds. Michael Newell is adept at structuring and establishing investment vehicles.

Responsables de la pratique:

Michael Newell


Les références

‘The team is highly efficient.’

Principaux dossiers


Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP

A key component of Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP’s private funds team, which sits within its financial services group, is its deep knowledge of the LTAF structure. The team is called upon by institutional investors investing in a range of fund types. Practice head Richard Batchelor advises on the structuring and restructuring of funds. In the Edinburgh office, Sarah Burnside has a specialism in sustainability-focused funds, while Stefanie Sahla-Jones advises on fund launches as well as the regulatory aspects of these mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Richard Batchelor


Autres avocats clés:

Sarah Burnside; Stefanie Sahla-Jones


Principaux clients

Future Planet Capital


Legal & General Investment Management


Capital Dynamics


Columbia Threadneedle


Schroders Capital


Russell Investments


Aviva


HSBC


LCIV


TPT Investment Management


South Yorkshire Pension Fund


AEW UK Investment Managers LLP


Rebalance Earth Venture Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Capital Dynamics Limited on its investment funds’ co-investment alongside Pollen Street Capital in the public-to-private takeover of Mattioli Woods plc which valued the target at £432 million.
  • Advising Rebalance Earth Venture Limited, the UK’s first boutique fund manager entirely focused on nature as an asset by financing nature as business-critical infrastructure on the design of their innovative natural capital fund.

Jones Day

Jones Day is a trusted advisor to a major global secondaries manager. The team specialises in secondaries and is actively expanding its fund formation practice. John MacGarty comes highly recommended for his expertise across ‘full spectrum of private equity fund investment, co-investment and secondary investment work’. MacGarty co-heads the team alongside Hannah Rose, who has a steady workflow advising investors on their investments into private equity funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

John MacGarty; Hannah Rose


Les références

‘Jones Day are spectacular; the amount of senior partner attention they give is unmatched. They took one of the most difficult transactions and made the closing one of the most comfortable there could be.’

‘Hannah Rose is a stand-out partner, with exceptionally clear communication skills.’

‘John MacGarty is very responsive, helpful and willing to go above and beyond to support our business.’

Principaux clients

Pantheon Ventures


Adams Street Partners


CDPQ


Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC


True Capital Ltd


StepStone


Summix Capital


Goodstone Living Limited


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising a global secondaries manager on the formation of European private equity and private credit funds targeting EUR 2 billion in commitments.
  • Advising an international manager on the formation of its flagship close-ended, pan-European value-add fund targeting EUR 2.5 billion in commitments.
  • Advised a global secondaries firm on the disposal of interests in over 100 private equity, credit and infrastructure funds managed by 40 GPs.

K&L Gates LLP

K&L Gates LLP‘s investment funds team is experienced in advising on first-time private equity and venture capital funds. A major feature of the team’s instructions is advising on the establishment of continuation vehicles. Fund launches in the mid-market are under Daniel Greenaway‘s purview, as are mandates for impact-focused PE clients.

Responsables de la pratique:

Daniel Greenaway


Les références

‘Very user-friendly and accessible firm.’

‘High technical knowledge.’

‘Daniel Greenaway is a strong and practical lawyer.’

Principaux clients

TriSpan


W23


Future Business Partnership


Flywheel Partners


Inspirit Capital


Astarte


Bantry Bay


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising TriSpan on a series of new co-investment funds.
  • Advising W23, a global grocery retail venture capital fund.
  • Advising Future Business Partnership, which invests in sustainable brands through raising ethically-motivated capital.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP is called upon for its fundraising and closing capabilities, particularly with infrastructure, private debt, and VC secondaries. Simon Currie is the head of the practice and is adept at assisting with the establishment of private investment funds. Oliver Rochman acts for VC funds and funds of funds, while Tayne Rankine dedicates herself to both fund formation and secondaries. Ted Craig joined the team from Paul Hastings LLP in July 2024 and leads on structured secondary transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Simon Currie


Autres avocats clés:

Oliver Rochman; Tayne Rankine; Ted Craig


Les références

‘Very personable, super responsive team, with a wealth of experience in working with first-time / new fund managers.’

‘Very personal, innovative team.’

‘With a responsive approach to their advisory work and a creative partnering ethos, Morgan Lewis & Bockius is as innovative as a start-up yet as competent as an incumbent.’

Principaux clients

Star Capital Partnership LLP


Hoxton Ventures / Artea Global LLP


Upside Ventures Fund I GP Limited


Boost Capital Partners


1991 Ventures LLP


Star Capital Partnership LLP


Hoxton Ventures / Artea Global LLP


Upside Ventures Fund I GP Limited


Boost Capital Partners


1991 Ventures LLP


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised STAR Capital Partners, a European private equity manager head-quartered in the UK, on all aspects of the raising and closing of STAR Strategic Assets Fund IV.
  • Advised Hoxton Ventures on their co-lab with Artea Global, a new team focused on VC secondaries and the raising of Artea Secondaries I LP.
  • Advised 1991 Ventures LLP on the raise of their first VC fund.

Osborne Clarke LLP

Fund launches and fundraisings for venture capital and growth funds make up the build of Osborne Clarke LLP‘s workload. Helen Parsonage leads the team from the Bristol office and frequently advises institutional investors on fund investments. Simon Thomas is equipped to advise on the structuring and launch of funds, while George Skinner also comes recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

Helen Parsonage


Autres avocats clés:

Simon Thomas; George Skinner


Les références

‘The team’s experience and character are very high quality.’

‘Simon Thomas stands out, with experience and commercial understanding. He has been incredibly supportive as we grow our business.’

‘Very knowledgeable, responsive, commercially focused.’

‘Helen Parsonage – very knowledgeable, understands our needs very well. George Skinner – responsive, hard-working, commercially focused, pragmatic.’

‘Reliable, high quality, and efficient.’

‘Helen Parsonage is a valued long-time advisor to our firm. Her straightforward, pragmatic and commercial approach is something we value highly.’

‘Great team, especially in the VC and PE sector, always good at explaining, great at hosting events.’

‘Helen Parsonage, apart from being a great female lawyer, is pragmatic and explains well to emerging managers. Simon is a great lawyer.’

Principaux clients

Illuminate Financial Management


Foresight Group LLP


Bridges Fund Management Limited


firstminute capital LLP


Kester Capital LLP


Salt Capital GP Limited


Giant Ventures Global LLP


BGV Investment Management Limited


MMC Ventures Limited


Common Magic


Albion Capital Group LLP


Silverstripe Investment Management


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Illuminate Financial Management, a venture capital firm, on its fourth fund focusing on growth stage (series B or later) investments in fintech and enterprise software in the US, UK and Asia (« Fund IV »).
  • Advise Foresight Group on their regional funds, which target debt and equity investments in SMEs in various regions of the UK, thereby supporting innovation and creating local opportunity for new and growing businesses across the relevant UK regions.
  • Advising Bridges Fund Management Limited, the market leading specialist sustainable and impact investor, on the launch of Bridges Sustainable Growth Fund V.

McDermott Will & Schulte

McDermott Will & Schulte sees a consistent flow of work in the credit funds space. The team’s offering includes advice on co-investment vehicles, evergreen funds and closed-ended credit funds. Josh Dambacher is adept at structuring private equity funds and hybrid funds. Christopher Hilditch is an expert on closed-ended investing. Fund structuring and fundraising for PE and venture capital funds focused on digital and fintech asset classes is Jim McNally‘s area of specialism.

Responsables de la pratique:

Josh Dambacher; Christopher Hilditch


Autres avocats clés:

Jim McNally


Les références

‘Reactive and detailed whilst giving down-to-earth counsel on issues, including how we may want to look at something commercially. Strength-in-depth team and turnaround times are excellent. My go-to on both commercial and legal idea exchanges.’

‘Jim McNally is very wise, engaging and available. He is my go-to for most questions – even if it does not have a legal angle. Jim’s breadth of knowledge is fantastic, but the most important trait that I rely on – his judgement.’

Principaux clients

Vor Capital LLP


Securis Investment Partners LLP


Flight Story Ventures LLP


Kinnerton Hill Capital LLP


Kingsway Capital Partners Limited


Berkeley Asset Management LLP


Orchard Global Asset Management LLP


Ironshield Capital Management LLP


AB CarVal Investors LP


Marshall Wace LLP


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Vor Capital LLP on the launch of the third and fourth segregated portfolios of its private equity strategy as well as on the second closing of its second segregated portfolio of the same strategy.
  • Advised Flight Story Ventures LLP on the structuring of the subsequent closings and extension of the investment period for its flagship structure and formation and structuring of its secondary venture capital fund structure investing in early-stage, seed and venture companies within the blockchain, biotech, space, technology and health & wellness sectors.
  • Advising Kinnerton Hill Capital LLP, founded by principal Jacob Ucar, on the establishment of its management company business and the formation of three private credit funds: a co-investment vehicle making a single investment, an evergreen fund and a closed-ended credit fund.

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (UK) LLP‘s private funds team is proficient in handling a broad range of secondary transactions, from co-investments to the sale of portfolios. Greg Norman oversees the team, which is trusted by family offices, global investment firms, and fund managers. Norman is noted for his capabilities in structuring investment platforms for a host of institutional and private investors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Greg Norman


Les références

‘Responsive to client requests, presents sound and clear legal views, innovative in providing potential solutions.’

‘Greg Norman is a great partner to work with. He is also responsive and provides good and clear advice on legal matters. He applies a high standard of professionalism to his work and can meet tight deadlines.’

‘Strong team. Very experienced across all levels of the organisation.’

Principaux clients

LTS Advisory


BlackRock


B-Flexion


Crosstree Partners


Citigroup


Acrisure


Dai-ichi Life Holdings


Triple Private Equity


Systematic Management


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising LTS Advisory Ltdon a new project to establish an incentive scheme for LetterOne’s fund investment team (which sits within L1 Treasury).
  • Advising BlackRock, Inc.as part of a consortium including Allianz SE and T&D Holdings, Inc.in the $3.8 billion acquisition of Viridium Gruppe from Cinven Limited.
  • Advised B-Flexion Fund Management Limitedregarding a secondary transaction to facilitate an indirect transfer of interests held by Landmark in Filtration Investors 2013 LLC. This marked a significant transaction for B-Flexion in realising long-term locked up value in an investment.

Travers Smith LLP

Retailisation is a point of focus for Travers Smith LLP‘s funds team, which advises investment managers on product launches aimed at private bank investors. On the fundraising front, the practice hones in on the mid and lower mid-market. Jeremy Elmore, who garners plaudits for combining ‘technical excellence with a commercial approach’, leads the team and handles fund vehicles for investments. Will Normand‘s strong suit is with semi-liquid and open-ended evergreen funds.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jeremy Elmore


Autres avocats clés:

Will Normand; Jonathan Trent


Les références

‘Jonathan Trent was without a doubt the star of the show during our fundraising and through to our final close. He was always on hand, really positive and very supportive. This was my first fundraise, and I am so grateful that he was there to guide me through it.’

‘The go-to practice for evergreen funds. Fast, efficient, strong team that are able to deliver excellent advice and manage projects on time without fuss.’

‘They consistently demonstrate strong commercial awareness, clear communication, and a collaborative spirit that sets them apart from other law firms. I particularly value their integrity, adaptability, and commitment to ongoing professional development. Stand-out partner Will Normand is recognised for his strategic vision and leadership.’

Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Brookfield Oaktree Wealth Solutions on the establishment and launch of its semi-liquid strategic credit fund, Oaktree Strategic Credit Fund (SICAV), under its existingLuxembourg UCI Part II umbrella structure.
  • Advised Ansor LLP on the successful fundraising of Ansor Fund II, its second institutionalfundraising, which was significantly oversubscribed with a carefully curated group of high-quality international LPs investing.
  • Advised Alcazar Energy Partners II, Alcazar Energy’s renewable energy fund, on its successfulfinal closing. The fund has accepted US$490m of commitments.