Investment Funds: Private Equity: Secondaries

Justin Cornelius leads on substantial real estate mandates including the launch of billion-dollar funds and joint ventures for leading asset managers. He also assists clients with their investments.

"Justin is sharp, articulate and considered. He is one of the top advisers in the fund structuring practice."

"Justin is an absolute joy to work with."

"We really rate Justin; he can handle whatever we throw at him. He is a really top lawyer."

"I rate Justin very highly in all regards."

Ed Hall is adept at private equity and infrastructure fund formation matters. He also has experience of fund of funds and secondary transactions.

"Ed's deep technical knowledge, coupled with his in-depth understanding of the market and our business, is invaluable to us."

"Ed is very good at quickly returning to high-level points and is not afraid to get involved at the highest level all the way down to the nitty-gritty details."

"Ed is very timely and has very strong knowledge about the various jurisdictions that we're working on."

"Ed is a go-to for us on our private funds matters. He is a trusted adviser for us."

Michael Halford is co-head of Goodwin's global private investment funds practice. He regularly assists clients with forming buyout, energy, real estate and infrastructure funds.

"We know that we can rely on Michael 100%."

"Michael is a high-calibre legal professional. He is experienced and solution-focused."

David Evans is highly regarded for his expertise in forming Europe-focused real estate funds. He is able to advise clients on matters relating to the full life cycle of a fund and is often called upon for restructurings.

"David understands the needs of our company, explains complex legal issues in a way that's easily understandable and advises in such a way that allows us to be confident in making commercial decisions."

"When David is running a transaction we have full confidence that no issue, small or large, will slip through the cracks."

Thiha Tun advises clients on a range of secondaries matters relating to formation of continuation funds. He has experience in both domestic and international matters.

"Thiha has a strong understanding of secondary markets and is a pioneer of GP-led technology."

"Thiha is experienced, knowledgeable and commercial."

"Thiha is a good and fun lawyer who was very creative and friendly, set out the scene and situation eloquently, and was very creative in his approach to solving problems."

"Thiha is a very commercial lawyer with a deep knowledge of share incentive schemes across the finance industry."

Ajay Pathak advises clients on the full life cycle of investment fund work. He has expertise across the spectrum of asset classes, notably in private equity.

"I would give Ajay ten out of ten."

Patrick Deasy is noted for his international practice, advising clients on funds in areas including infrastructure, credit and the environment.

"Patrick is extremely commercial, accountable, very bright and always comes up with innovative solutions, keeping in mind that we need to achieve a commercial agreement with our investors."

"Patrick's relationship with his clients is very positive, and he's very hands-on and visible."

"Patrick is an exceptional lawyer with a deep understanding of fund structuring. He is really exceptional."

Bhargavi Mudakavi enjoys a growing reputation in the real estate funds market. She advises clients on fundraising, establishment and management. She also advises institutional investors.

"Bhargavi has excellent client understanding. She is clearly a rising star."

"Bhargavi is an excellent lawyer and adviser. She understands our business incredibly well and provides thoughtful and commercially minded advice. She is an excellent problem solver."