Investment Funds: Investor Representation

DLA has a leading practice representing institutional investors in committing capital to hedge and private equity funds. Regularly advises endowments, insurance companies, public pension plans and financial institutions.

"The team is great to work with, they are knowledgeable and client-centric."

"DLA Piper's practitioners provide excellent advice on trends in the marketplace."

"The group is uniquely equipped to handle complex and sophisticated matters quickly and efficiently."

DLA Piper led an LP investment by Capital Constellation as part of its broader strategic investment in Broad Sky Partners.

David Parrish has built an enviable practice as a go-to representative of limited partners and is experienced in co-investments and acquisitions of manager stakes. "David is very experienced, practical and always quick to respond." "He has an encyclopedic knowledge of funds, he's excellent."

Nicole Brennig regularly advises large pension plans, endowments and sovereign wealth funds. She has significant experience of handling substantial secondary transactions. "Nicole is absolutely phenomenal; she has a deep understanding of issues and is very commercial."

Philip Svahn has wide LP-side expertise and he is routinely called upon to advise on co-investment funds. He is also renowned for his ability to handle secondary transactions. "Philip is a fantastic lawyer. He is smart, commercial and responsive."

Richard Cardillo is rated for his skill in assisting institutional investors on their investments in private equity funds and hedge funds. "He is very skilled and has a strong technical background."

Elise Green has considerable experience of advising institutional investors on both direct investments and structured co-investments. "Elise is very responsive, knowledgeable and easy to work with."

Kevin Nolan is well versed in advising a range of institutional investors on investments in alternative assets. He is also adept at handling secondary transactions. "Kevin is a strong practitioner."

Sara Stinnett represents institutional investors in acquiring interests in funds, both during formation and in major secondary transactions. She has further experience of providing counsel on joint ventures. "Sara is an excellent lawyer who is knowledgeable about the marketplace." "She's solution-oriented, experienced, organized and dedicated."