Investment Funds

Mourant enjoys a formidable reputation for Jersey investment fund matters and houses a deep roster of experienced practitioners. It demonstrates considerable expertise in a wide range of fund formation and administration issues, with particular knowledge of real estate and private equity funds. Also, the firm regularly advises on matters relating to hedge funds. It is well versed in the representation of funds in the technology, energy and biotech spaces.

"Mourant are exceptional on Jersey funds and their regulatory aspects, with strong corporate and broader capabilities too."

"The team's advice is very efficient, clear and cost-effective - there is no wasted time or effort. The responsiveness and service is excellent."

"Mourant is a first-class shop; not only do they deliver timely, commercial and accurate advice, but they do it through a team of genuinely nice people. The firm's crown jewel is their ability to navigate the regulatory environment of the worlds they operate in and plug into the commercial side of the world-class deals they're on."

"Mourant has a strong, experienced team which is well regarded in the field of investment funds. The firm is putting a lot of emphasis on building teams and transferring knowledge. This absolutely pays off for its clients."

"Mourant have shown an excellent handling of innovative fund structures."

Mourant provided regulatory advice to Ardian on the incorporation and management of its USD5.25 billion infrastructure secondaries fund, ASF VIII Infrastructure.

Ben Robins serves as Mourant's global head of funds. He works with leading private equity and real estate-focused asset managers on fund formation and operation. "Ben is very responsive and commercial but not afraid to stand his ground if necessary." "Ben is at the top of the market." "Ben is fantastic; he's one of the top three lawyers on the island. He is really knowledgeable and has really good connections."

Joel Hernandez serves as head of Mourant's Jersey funds team. He sustains a highly regarded funds practice where he possesses significant expertise with regard to real estate matters. He advises clients on fund structuring as well as working with funds on asset acquisitions. "Joel is a fount of knowledge on Jersey funds and regulatory matters and is client-focused, proactive and able to put strong Jersey legal advice into a client-friendly, commercial and risk-weighted context." "Joel's knowledge is exceptional. He's an absolute standout in the market." "There are lawyers that go above and beyond for clients, and then there is Joel above that. He has an enormous value-add practice. I can't see why you would go to anyone else." "Joel has an exemplary knowledge of the Jersey regulatory landscape." "Joel is unflappable."

Alistair Horn operates a burgeoning practice where he advises clients setting up funds across a range of asset classes. "Alistair is one of the go-to lawyers in Jersey when it comes to investment fund-related matters." "He's an impressively calm lawyer." "Alistair is very strong technically."

Felicia De Laat advises clients on fund formation, investments, sales and operational issues. She maintains a focus on private equity and real estate funds. "Felicia is an extremely good lawyer." "Felicia is very solutions-focused, commercial, pragmatic and a real pleasure to work with."

Mark Chambers operates a noteworthy practice principally concentrated on the private equity and real estate sectors. "Mark has a strategic view and invests significant time and energy into client relationships." "Mark is a brilliant lawyer - I have a lot of time for him." "Mark is a pleasure to work with." "He's a top-class lawyer."