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To learn more about Akin’s Private Equity: Fund Formation capabilities, please visit the Private Equity page under the experience section at www.akingump.com.

Chambers Review

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - USA - Nationwide

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Akin counts a number of dominant investors and sponsors among its longstanding clientele and is noted for its acute insight into emerging market investment trends. Additionally able to assist fund managers with tax structures. Provides vital market perspective gained from representing investors in private equity and hedge vehicles.

Work Highlights

  • Akin serves as fund counsel to Apollo Global Management in the formation of Apollo Athene Diversified Investment Partnership II.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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James Deeken
4
James Deeken
4
Band 4
James Deeken is routinely called upon by private fund sponsors and is particularly valued for the insight gained through his work with limited partners.

James is fantastic and very involved; his level of involvement is comparable to working with a small law firm. He applies strong legal acumen, knows the market and is really impressive.

James has great market knowledge, is client-oriented and is there in the trenches with you.

James clearly articulates the trade-offs in decision-making, educating us and making us better professionals. His writing is thorough, but accessible to anyone, no matter their legal background. 

Wendy Gallegos
4
Wendy Gallegos
4
Band 4

Wendy Gallegos offers advice to clients on the structuring and tax aspects of fund formation, among other issues.

Wendy is outstanding.

Wendy has strong technical knowledge, comprehensive knowledge of the market and a collaborative approach with clients to solve problems.

Blayne Grady
5
Blayne Grady
5
Band 5
Blayne Grady has notable experience of advising sponsors on launching and structuring credit, real estate and energy funds.

Blayne is very response, a good lawyer and very smart.

Fadi G Samman
5
Fadi G Samman
5
Band 5
Fadi Samman's practice encompasses a wide spectrum of issues, including fund formation, M&A and secondary transactions, to name a few.
Prakash Mehta
5
Prakash Mehta
5
Band 5
Prakash Mehta has vast experience of advising both asset managers and sponsors on establishing significant funds, including growth funds.

Prakash is a go-to for high level guidance and advice.

Dennis Pereira
6
Dennis Pereira
6
Band 6
Dennis Pereira is highlighted for his strength in advising clients on the formation of debt funds and close-end funds, among others.

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USA - Nationwide

Private Equity: Fund Formation

James Deeken
4
James Deeken
4
Band 4
Wendy Gallegos
4
Wendy Gallegos
4
Band 4
Blayne Grady
5
Blayne Grady
5
Band 5
Fadi G Samman
5
Fadi G Samman
5
Band 5
Prakash Mehta
5
Prakash Mehta
5
Band 5
Dennis Pereira
6
Dennis Pereira
6
Band 6