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Dechert LLP

Private Equity: Fund Formation

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Dechert LLP

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For
Dechert draws strength from its international presence to assist clients on a series of complex fund formations. The team has considerable strength in representing sponsors in the space. The practitioners are adept at providing counsel on the formation of buyout funds, close-end funds and funds-of-funds. The group is also routinely called upon to advise clients on private credit and venture capital funds.

Work Highlights

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  • Dechert LLP represented MiddleGround Capital in several fund formation matters, including raising a third flagship middle market industrial/manufacturing buyout fund targeting $1.2 billion of capital commitments.

Strengths

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  • Dechert are very good at listening to the client and taking direction – they are very practical.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Omoz Osayimwese
    Band 5Omoz Osayimwese

    Omoz Osayimwese

    Omoz Osayimwese's practice covers the formation of a range of funds, including close-end and buyout funds. He is also adept at assisting clients on the operation of funds.
    • Omoz is extremely practical and has a very good business sense.

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