Private Equity: Fund Formation
Global Guide 2024 : USA
Band 1
Contact number
+1 212 455 2000Chambers Review
Simpson Thacher is a prospering private equity practice with comprehensive expertise that spans traditional buyout funds and alternative assets, including real estate, distressed debt and credit. Unparalleled track record representing some of the largest private equity sponsors in mega fundraisings. Expertise in financial services, infrastructure and energy funds.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Simpson handle complex issues across all areas and provide very strong service levels."
"The team is just excellent."
"Simpson handle complex issues across all areas and provide very strong service levels."
"The team is just excellent."
Notable Practitioners
Barrie Covit wins acclaim for his deep experience across the private equity fund formation industry. He has capacity to advise on a wide spectrum of funds including those focused on infrastructure, real estate and financial services.
"Barrie is a fantastic lawyer."
Michael Wolitzer is highly proficient in establishing private equity funds including credit and real asset funds.
"He's a fantastic lawyer."
"Michael has a very strong practice."
Thomas Bell regularly advises leading asset management clients on raising large real estate and infrastructure funds. He has further experience of advising clients on secondary transactions.
"Tom is a legend in the fund space."
"He is anincredibly talented practitioner."
Jonathan Karen is known for his extensive understanding of launching infrastructure, credit, energy and real estate funds.
"Jonathan is a really great lawyer."
Glenn Sarno frequently handles the formation of significant funds investing in debt and real assets. He is also held in high regard for his international capabilities.
"Glenn is a tremendous resource."
Jason Herman is recognized for his knowledge of forming substantial buyout, real estate and credit funds.
Ranked Lawyers at
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
USA