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Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

Private Equity: Fund Formation

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Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - USA

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Fried, Frank, Harris continues to attract high caliber sponsors in the real estate, energy, credit and buyout spaces. Valued for the breadth of its fund formation expertise, including infrastructure and growth funds. Able to offer its expanding client base an integrated service, working closely with its practices in tax, regulatory and employee benefits. Also noted for its strength in cross-border matters.
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Work Highlights

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  • Fried Frank represented Goldman Sachs in the formation of a direct lending vehicle, West Street Loan Partners V, raising over USD20 billion in capital commitments.

Strengths

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  • They are the “go to” team for when you want to start a fund.

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  • Fried Frank is client service focused and has good partners who are on the cutting edge of fund formation. The firm is a leader in the funds market.

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  • They have deep knowledge and expertise across multiple fund types and structures. They effectively represent clients in negotiations and are very commercial and solutions oriented.

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  • They have an outstanding command of our business. They approach each matter with a global lens of how each affects our long-term strategy. They are insightful in preparing strategy and execution.

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  • They have their finger on the pulse of the market, with unparalleled data. They have become real partners in the business.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kenneth I Rosh
    Kenneth I Rosh

    Kenneth I Rosh

    Kenneth Rosh is extremely highly thought of for his fund formation advice, regularly working with leading asset management firms.

    • Ken is one of the leaders in the industry and knows everything about everything. He really understands the issues we are dealing with and he is solutions oriented.

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    • Ken is a global icon in the industry. He sees and solves everything.

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    • He drives value with deep market knowledge and a meticulous approach. His expertise and skills make him an invaluable partner, ensuring that each detail aligns our commercial objectives.

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    • He takes a thoughtful approach based on decades of experience. He is a true business partner, not just legal counsel.

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  • Rebecca Neuschatz Zelenka
    Rebecca Neuschatz Zelenka

    Rebecca Neuschatz Zelenka

    Rebecca Neuschatz Zelenka is accomplished in establishing private equity funds, including real estate and debt funds.

    • Rebecca provides wisdom from her years of experience. She is efficient in taking on new projects and pushing them across multiple continents.

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    • She is a great practitioner, very commercial and easy to work with.

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    • Rebecca is excellent at understanding the economics of a fund. She understands what is commercially important and can translate it into the fund structure.

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  • Lawrence N Barshay
    Lawrence N Barshay

    Lawrence N Barshay

    Lawrence Barshay is recognized for his expertise in closed-end structures and hybrid funds. His work for private equity clients forms part of his wider private funds capabilities.

    • He is an important lawyer in the industry.

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