Private Equity: Fund Formation
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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Cooley distinguishes itself as primary fund counsel to innumerable funds within the ambit of venture capital, ranging from preeminent market players to up-and-coming managers. Able to advise on an array of fund formation operations, including evergreen, growth equity and funds of funds, in sectors such as technology, healthcare and social media. Capable of representing fund managers on a global scale.
Work Highlights
- Cooley advised Lux Capital on the closing of Lux Ventures VIII, at US$1.15 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Cooley is excellent to work with."
"It's a great team, the practitioners are extremely commercial and provide extremely high level service."
"Cooley has excellent depth on its bench."
"Cooley is excellent to work with."
"It's a great team, the practitioners are extremely commercial and provide extremely high level service."
"Cooley has excellent depth on its bench."
Notable Practitioners
John Clendenin regularly assists asset management firms establishing funds focused on the health care and technology market.
John Dado is the head of the fund formation practice group. He is admired for his profound understanding of the formation and operation of funds.
"John provides expert advice with a strong understanding of the commercial aspects of the business."
Jordan Silber is recognized for his prominent practice launching funds investing in the US and China.
Eric Doherty regularly assists venture capital clients on fund formation and closing matters.
"He's smart, efficient, sophisticated and has great commercial awareness."
Ranked Lawyers at
Cooley LLP
USA - Nationwide