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Registered Funds

USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide

Kirkland & Ellis

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Registered Funds - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Kirkland & Ellis has a strong bench of distinguished practitioners. The team has an enviable client list that is composed of renowned asset managers and investment companies. Its practitioners are called upon to advise clients on an array of issues including structuring, launching and forming funds. The group has further experience assisting clients on matters concerning BDCs.

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Work Highlights

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Kirkland & Ellis advised Allspring Funds on the regulatory components of several new ETF launches.

Strengths

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Kirkland & Ellis has extensive knowledge across disciplines and offers great synergies across practice areas.
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Notable Practitioners

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Christopher Palmer
Christopher Palmer is known for his work in the insurance fund space and his independent director representation.
Chris is truly a class act. He is thoughtful, diligent, super knowledgeable and kind.
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Nicole Runyan
Nicole Runyan's registered funds practice is notable for its breadth, with recent work encompassing BDCs and ETFs.
Nicole is one of those most knowledgeable BDC attorneys in the space.
Registered Funds respondentUSA
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Brad A. Green
Bradford Green is held in high regard for his ability to provide counsel on the structuring, launch and operation of funds.
It is hard to find other lawyers who have as much practical experience with very complex matters and structures as Brad. He is an incredible asset.
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Paul Delligatti
Paul Delligatti provides extensive strategic guidance to clients on ETFs, ESG funds and regulatory compliance issues.
Paul is extremely bright, and I appreciate his calm demeanor and pragmatic advice.
Registered Funds respondentUSA
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Band 5
Jason Monfort
Jason Monfort regularly advises banks and insurance companies on a range of governance and regulatory matters for their funds.
Jason invariably provides timely, informed, action-oriented guidance.
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Lisa Nosal
Lisa Nosal is held in high regard for her ability to assist clients with the launch and formation of a range of funds and BDCs.
Lisa has great commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical advice in a timely manner on a variety of matters related to the 1940 Act.
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Pamela Chen
Pamela Chen's practice involves representing a wide spectrum of funds, including BDCs, closed-end and open-end funds. She has notable experience providing counsel on fund formation and structurings, among other issues.
Pamela is excellent in the registered funds space. She offers sophisticated, commercial advice.
Registered Funds respondentUSA
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William Tuttle
William Tuttle garners recognition for his representation of business development companies and registered funds.
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