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Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff & Cohen, PC

Hedge Funds

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff & Cohen, PC

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Kleinberg Kaplan has been a trusted advisor to the hedge fund industry for 50 years and has developed a national and international reputation for representing hedge funds and hedge fund managers, including pioneers and leaders in the industry with billions of dollars under management. The firm provides comprehensive legal services for fund managers and their funds, including fund structuring and formation, partnership and employment agreements, seed deals, investments, trading, and regulatory matters, and remains uniquely committed to helping hedge fund managers from inception through all stages of growth of their business.

Clients (8)

  • Paulson & Co., Inc.
  • Elliott Management Corporation
  • Quintessential Capital
  • Rockefeller Capital Management
  • Luxor Capital Group, LP
  • Kylin Management LLC
  • Shannon River Partners, L.P.
  • Shenkman Capital

Industries (5)

  • Asset / Fund Managers
  • Financial Services
  • Specialty Finance
  • Investment Services / Instruments
  • Private Client / Individuals

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Hedge Funds - USA

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff & Cohen brings to bear extensive experience in the field of private investment funds, having counseled innumerable high-profile domestic and international fund managers on an extensive spectrum of concerns. The team works with funds of all sizes, tackling issues from formation and compliance to employment and tax. It covers a variety of hedge funds including those dedicated to insurance and those investing in the technology and media sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Kleinberg Kaplan represented Clear Haven Capital Management LLC in the launch of its open-ended hedge fund.

Strengths

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  • They have a truly bespoke approach to the guidance they provide.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

  • They have a deep bench and recognise the needs of their clients. They bring support across a wide variety of legal needs.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

  • They work like clockwork. I'd love to take the DNA out of their firm and imprint it into our organisation. They are business leaders and are making a difference in this industry.

    Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jamie L. Nash
    Jamie L. Nash

    Jamie L. Nash

    Jamie Nash is esteemed for his expertise in formation of hedge funds for first-time sponsors.

    • Jamie is terrific. He is smart, commercial, diligent and practical.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal

    • Jamie is very knowledgeable. He communicates well with clients and understands the business needs and approach.

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  • Jason P. Grunfeld
    Jason P. Grunfeld

    Jason P. Grunfeld

    Jason Grunfeld is adept at advising investment managers on the launch of new funds and investment platforms.

    • He gives us business advice and an understanding of the bigger picture.

      Hedge Funds respondentGlobal
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  • Eric Wagner
    Eric Wagner

    Eric Wagner

    New York-based Eric Wagner is the chair of the private funds and investment management practice. He is noted for his strength in advising clients on fund formations and fund management.
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Ranked Individuals at Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff & Cohen, PC (3)

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