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K&L Gates

Hedge Funds

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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K&L Gates

Rankings

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Hedge Funds - USA

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
K&L Gates team is highlighted for its ability to provide counsel to both sponsors and managers on a range of issues. The team has experience of providing counsel on fund formations and restructurings, as well as regulatory and compliance matters. The group routinely demonstrates its strength in handling matters containing cross-border elements.
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Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates continued to serve as fund counsel to Nikko Asset Management Americas, Inc. in connection to their hedge fund offerings.

Strengths

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  • I am impressed with the firm's ability to pull in resources across the firm and to guide us through complicated work.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

  • They are my law firm of choice due to the legal acumen of its attorneys and the strong interpersonal relationships the firm develops with its clients.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

  • K&L Gates is uniquely positioned to handle all areas of investment management and hedge fund practices with many in-house experts at the firm.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

  • The firm has deep practical knowledge.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Robert G Leonard
    Robert G Leonard

    Robert G Leonard

    Robert Leonard's practice takes in a broad swath of hedge fund formation and operation on behalf of both domestic and international investment firms.

    • Robert is a very helpful thought partner. His service is valuable to us as a client and he provides really commercial advice.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

    • Robert is a fantastic ally to my business.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

    • Robert is excellent across the board.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal
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  • Nicholas Hodge
    Nicholas Hodge

    Nicholas Hodge

    Nicholas Hodge has extensive experience of advising asset managers on formation and operation of both domestic and offshore funds.
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  • Pablo Man
    Pablo Man

    Pablo Man

    Pablo Man is noted for his ability to assist private funds and investment advisers on a wide spectrum of matters, including registration issues and fund formations.

    • Pablo is a fantastic partner to work with because of his legal and business acumen.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

    • Pablo is a highly experienced private funds attorney who brings superb, practical and technical expertise to the table. He’s consistently provides well-reasoned advice. 

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

    • Pablo keeps abreast of developments in the SEC.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

    • Pablo consistently provides timely, practicable and actionable advice.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal
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