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Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Hedge Funds - USA

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

The Akin team is adept in acting for fledgling startups and multibillion-dollar hedge and private equity investment vehicles alike, guiding funds through Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) issues, and fund managers through SEC and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulations. It brings to bear additional assets in key markets around the world, including Hong Kong, London and Singapore.

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Strengths

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  • Akin is creative, thoughtful, and understand our needs every step of the way. They customize their approach at every turn. They can see the forest for the trees, to see what's important.

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  • They are incredibly commercial, good at negotiation, mindful, practical and solution-oriented. They provide workable, practical solutions and support the execution and process of achieving this.

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  • Akin has a group of very experienced and talented lawyers who are very resourceful.

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  • Akin is knowledgeable and can tap into additional internal and external resources as needed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Barbara Niederkofler
    Barbara Niederkofler

    Barbara Niederkofler

    Barbara Niederkofler is highlighted for her ability to advise clients on matters containing cross-border elements. She is routinely called upon to provide counsel on fund operations and launches.

    • Barbara is always very supportive and provides excellent advice to our firm.

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    • Barbara is an excellent lawyer with exceptional breadth and depth of knowledge. I am always impressed by her sheer amount of knowledge and ability to distil it into helpful and concise advice.

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    • Barbara is very proactive and client-focused.

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  • Ira Kustin
    Ira Kustin

    Ira Kustin

    Ira Kustin advises both investors and sponsors on large portfolio investments as well as fund launches.

    • Ira is super thoughtful and provides top-notch client service.

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    • It is always a pleasure to work with Ira.

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    • Ira's insights and counsel are incredibly valuable.

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  • Max Karpel
    Max Karpel

    Max Karpel

    Max Karpel is held in high esteem for his representation of emerging and established investment managers.

    • Max has excellent judgment and distils legal points, translating them into business decisions.

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    • Max is client-oriented and is always looking for ways to succeed.

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    • Max is an excellent practitioner and partner to our business. He is a trusted resource across all our legal needs.

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