Department profile
K&L Gates

Hedge & Mutual Funds

USA Guide 2026 : Massachusetts


K&L Gates

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Hedge & Mutual Funds - Massachusetts

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

K&L Gates demonstrates strength across a broad range of matters on behalf of both private and mutual funds. The firm regularly acts for investment managers on investments and regulatory matters.

Work Highlights

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  • K&L Gates assisted NexPoint Asset Management with a tender and exchange offer of up to $100,000,000.

Strengths

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  • Among K&L Gates' strengths are a depth of experience in asset management related matters, a strong bench and expertise in areas such as tax, ERISA, broker-dealer matters and litigation.

    Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • K&L Gates was absolutely outstanding handling regulatory, tax, fiduciary, litigation and privacy risk on complex fund and strategic board level issues.

    Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • K&L Gates has an expertise in successfully creating bespoke funds.

    Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1George Zornada
    Band 1George Zornada

    George Zornada

    George Zornada advises significant fund managers on both ongoing regulatory concerns and standalone transactions, including fund launches.

    • George Zornada is always prompt and professional in responding to questions and issues. His opinions are well researched and explained in a way that they are easily understood by non-lawyers.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
    • George Zornada has an unmatched commercial awareness. He helps my firm obtain our goals while still remaining vigilantly compliant with rules and regulations.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
    • George Zornada has tremendous knowledge of the industry and regulatory bodies and is unbelievably responsive.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • Band 1Mark Goshko
    Band 1Mark Goshko

    Mark Goshko

    Mark Goshko is particularly skilled in the representation of both open and closed-end investment companies. Both fund launches and ongoing structural advice form part of his highly regarded registered funds practice.

    • Mark Goshko is one of the most knowledgeable and responsive lawyers I have worked with.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
    • Mark Goshko assists with fund launches, transactions and regulatory exams. His encyclopedic knowledge of investment advisory law, regulation and SEC positions on matters is truly impressive.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • Band 2Michael S. Caccese
    Band 2Michael S. Caccese

    Michael S. Caccese

    Michael Caccese is an experienced adviser to various funds, including registered and hedge funds. He is particularly sought out by clients wishing to form funds with complex structures.

    • Mike is a titan of the industry.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • Band 3Clair E. Pagnano
    Band 3Clair E. Pagnano

    Clair E. Pagnano

    Clair Pagnano provides advice and guidance to fund managers on operational issues as well as mergers. Clair is particularly strong advising on ETFs.

    • We've been completely new to the ETFs space and Clair Pagnano explained the basics to us without judgment. She's got everything right.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • Band 4Jon-Luc Dupuy
    Band 4Jon-Luc Dupuy

    Jon-Luc Dupuy

    Jon-Luc Dupuy is strong choice to advise on product-related matters, with notable expertise in tender and exchange offers.

    • Jon-Luc Dupuy provided extensive support on product matters. He is exceptionally knowledgeable in the law but equally aware and supportive of our business needs. He's easy to work with and responsive.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
    • Jon-Luc Dupuy is very knowledgeable, personable, and responsive. He also coordinates K&L's resources behind the scenes to ensure junior attorneys are also responsive.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA
  • Band 4Pablo Man
    Band 4Pablo Man

    Pablo Man

    Pablo Man advises clients on a range of matters, including fund launches, operational issues and regulatory matters, including those containing cross-border elements. His clients include investment advisers and closed-end funds.

    • We rely on Pablo Man's deep expertise on a number of transactional and regulatory issues. He is quick to respond, has a great understanding of the business and helps us understand applicable risks.

      Hedge & Mutual Funds respondentUSA

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