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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Private Equity: Fund Formation

Global Guide 2026 : USA


DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - USA

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper is a notably deep team able to call on fund formation experts across the country and internationally. Specific areas of strength include providing counsel on the structuring and formation of real estate and credit funds. The law firm also guides emerging and established managers on the formation of venture funds.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper represented Five Point Energy in the formation of a sustainable energy and water management fund.

Strengths

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  • They are creative and have extensive knowledge of best practices. They have the talent and knowledge base to handle the highest level of complexity.

    Private Equity: Fund Formation respondentGlobal
  • They are very solution and business oriented. They understand the bigger picture and collaborate well with other lawyers.

    Private Equity: Fund Formation respondentGlobal
  • DLA has subject matter experts and is pro-active in making sure they know what our needs are. They feel like a part of our business, rather than an outside law firm.

    Private Equity: Fund Formation respondentGlobal
  • DLA Piper's partners can manage complex and bespoke structures and provide very practical solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Adam Tope
    Band 4Adam Tope

    Adam Tope

    Adam Tope's diverse practice involves establishing a range of funds, including those focused on the energy sector.
    • Adam is very commercial when working on bespoke solutions for complex deals.

      Private Equity: Fund Formation respondentGlobal
    • Adam finds practical solutions and offers broad market knowledge.

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    • Adam’s greatest strength is his commercial approach to practising law.

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  • Band 5Allen P. Ashley
    Band 5Allen P. Ashley

    Allen P. Ashley

    A specific area of strength in Allen Ashley's practice is advising on establishing real estate funds.
    • Allen is an excellent resource for our firm.

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    • Allen's client service, sophistication and commercial vision is strong.

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