Registered Funds
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Provided by Kirkland & Ellis
As part of the 570+ attorneys in Kirkland’s Band 1 Chambers USA-ranked Investment Funds Group, the Registered Funds practice resides on the largest, most active asset management platform of any law firm. As a matter of metrics, the Investment Funds Group represents more than 1,000 different advisers, has worked on more than 300 SEC exams and, with respect to registered funds, has represented more than 850 investment companies – or their independent board members – with nearly $3 trillion in assets under management (10%+ of U.S. investment company assets).
Chambers Review
Kirkland & Ellis has a strong bench of distinguished practitioners. The team has an enviable client list that is composed of renowned asset managers and investment companies. Its practitioners are called upon to advise clients on an array of issues including structuring, launching and forming funds. The group has further experience assisting clients on matters concerning BDCs.
Work Highlights
- Kirkland & Ellis advised 26North Partners LP on the structuring and launch of 26North BDC, Inc., among other issues.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Kirkland & Ellis have expansive capabilities across multiple specialty areas, enabling them to handle complex matters."
"The team is very responsive and knowledgeable."
"It's a highly skilled and talented team that operates with impressive efficiency."
"Kirkland & Ellis have expansive capabilities across multiple specialty areas, enabling them to handle complex matters."
"The team is very responsive and knowledgeable."
"It's a highly skilled and talented team that operates with impressive efficiency."
Notable Practitioners
Christopher Palmer is known for his work in the insurance fund space and his independent director representation.
"He is excellent - he has deep knowledge and is efficient."
"Chris is very responsive and constantly demonstrates an unwavering commitment to client service."
Nicole Runyan's registered funds practice is notable for its breadth, with recent work encompassing BDCs and ETFs.
"Nicole is simply outstanding. She is a strong lawyer and my go-to for commercial and practical advice."
"She is very knowledgeable in the space and diligent."
Paul Delligatti provides extensive strategic guidance to clients on ETFs, ESG funds and regulatory compliance issues.
"Paul is an outstanding lawyer with excellent client service skills."
"He has a deep knowledge of what's happening in the industry."
Bradford Green is held in high regard for his ability to provide counsel on the structuring, launch and operation of funds.
"He is a strong industry expert."
"Bradford is knowledgeable and responsive."
Pamela Chen's practice involves representing a wide spectrum of funds, including BDCs, closed-end and open-end funds. She has notable experience providing counsel on fund formation and structurings, among other issues.
"Pamela is highly detail-oriented, responsive and knowledgeable."
"My experience of work with her has been outstanding. She is incredibly responsive and attentive."
Jason Monfort regularly advises banks and insurance companies on a range of governance and regulatory matters for their funds.
Lisa Nosal is held in high regard for her ability to assist clients with the launch and formation of a range of funds and BDCs.
"She is incredibly responsive and very efficient."
"Lisa is very knowledgeable and diligent."
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