Private Equity: Fund Formation
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
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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's team has great breadth and the lawyers are very client-oriented."
"Simpson has a deep bench and market insight."
"It's one of the best firms out there for complex and sophisticated funds matters."
"Simpson's team has great breadth and the lawyers are very client-oriented."
"Simpson has a deep bench and market insight."
"It's one of the best firms out there for complex and sophisticated funds matters."
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 very strong lawyer."
Jonathan Karen is known for his extensive understanding of launching infrastructure, credit, energy and real estate funds.
"Jonathan is a great attorney."
Michael Wolitzer is highly proficient in establishing private equity funds including credit and real asset funds.
"He's an excellent lawyer."
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 an icon in the space."
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 very good lawyer."
Jason Herman is recognized for his knowledge of forming substantial buyout, real estate and credit funds.
Ranked Lawyers at
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
USA - Nationwide