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Kirkland & Ellis

Private Equity: Fund Formation

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - Massachusetts

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What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis is a trusted adviser to several leading investment fund sponsors in the alternative funds realm. Noted for its representation of multiple formations and fundraising for funds valued in the billions. Serves clients across different sectors including the global energy sector and finance, among others.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kirkland & Ellis LLP advised Advent International on the closing of a $1.5 billion long-dated, single-asset co-investment fund.

Strengths

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  • Kirkland covers all asset classes, strategies and types of funds, and has specialists across every jurisdiction and specialization that is required to raise a fund.

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  • Kirkland & Ellis's reputation as an industry leader on fund formation makes it a force to be reckoned with. The firm's knowledge management platform is second to none.

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  • Kirkland provides excellent, white-glove and responsive service. The firm offers excellent and very clever lawyering to solve complex and novel issues.

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  • Kirkland's market knowledge is invaluable for us to make informed decisions. The firm has insight into esoteric investment strategies and fund structures.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Sean J Hill
    Sean J Hill

    Sean J Hill

    Sean Hill attracts great praise for his work with sponsors on the formation of credit funds.

    • Sean Hill is an unflappable wizard who can advise on every aspect of our business at the highest level, who is still close to the details for every fund and transaction.

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  • Stephanie Berdik
    Stephanie Berdik

    Stephanie Berdik

    Stephanie Berdik is best known for her work on the formation of alternative lending vehicles.

    • Stephanie Berdik is an excellent attorney and strategic partner.

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    • No one has a deeper understanding of credit funds than Stephanie Berdik. She easily blends deep technical expertise with confidence and savvy that are unmatched among peers.

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  • James Donohue
    James Donohue

    James Donohue

    James Donohue regularly advises clients on issues related to the formation and structuring of substantial funds.

    • James Donohue is an outstanding adviser. He's exceptionally hard-working, knowledgeable and thoughtful.

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  • Jonathan Lipnick
    Jonathan Lipnick

    Jonathan Lipnick

    Jonathan Lipnick has a notable venture capital and private equity practice, focusing on fund formation.

    • Jonathan Lipnick is a superstar lawyer. He's responsive and has deep knowledge across all aspects of our strategy, terms, and investor conversations.

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