Brian D McCabe

For more than 30 years, asset management partner Brian McCabe has helped financial services clients innovate in the registered funds space. Brian is known for generating fresh ideas that help clients take advantage of transformational change in the industry while successfully navigating complex regulatory and compliance obligations.

Brian works closely with investment advisers, broker-dealers and mutual funds, and their directors to develop and operate open- and closed-end investment companies. He particularly enjoys helping clients looking to expand into investment vehicles such as business development companies (BDCs), exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and interval funds. In addition, Brian has counseled clients on ESG and responsible investing, and has experience with asset management M&A involving both public and private companies. He also writes and speaks widely on topics ranging from BDC regulation and ETF trends to ESG investment considerations.

Clients value Brian’s deep intellectual engagement and his proactive approach to client service. Chambers—where Brian is ranked in the United States and globally—notes that he is “always at the ready with a creative solution” and “excels when it comes to complex issues that require nuance and judgment.”

In addition to his asset management practice, Brian regularly contributes to the firm’s pro bono efforts. He also plays an active role in mentoring associates and guiding their professional development.