Registered Funds
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 2
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+1 215 963 5000Chambers Review
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius offers expertise across all aspects of the registered funds space, including ETFs, money market vehicles and mutual fund complexes. Advises in connection with ’40 Act matters and the full range of state and federal regulatory matters. Noted for its ability to handle the international aspects of investments, working with experts in the firm's offices globally.
Work Highlights
- Morgan Lewis & Bockius advised State Street Global Advisors on the registration of five new ETFs, including several ESG-focused ETFs.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is very responsive and attentive to all of our priorities."
"The team is very responsive and attentive to all of our priorities."
Notable Practitioners
John McGuire has cultivated a market-leading reputation in the ETF marketplace.
Roger Joseph's international registered funds work includes a number of major fund launches.
"He is very impressive."
Timothy Levin has in-depth knowledge of mutual funds and regularly handles fund formation.
"He is an excellent lawyer."
Lea Anne Copenhefer is equally capable in acting for major investment advisers and the independent directors of registered funds. Her work includes the formation of both public and non-traded funds.
Chris Menconi is especially well reputed for his understanding of publicly traded funds.
Sean Graber's broad caseload ranges from establishing funds to M&A and operational matters. He has additional experience of advising on novel issues such as auction funds.
Thomas Harman's wide practice encompasses complex UCITS and closed-end fund issues.
"Thomas has very good experience in the space."
Laura Flores is adept at advising ETFs and their managers on launches and registration with the SEC.
Ranked Lawyers at
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
USA