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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

Private Equity: Fund Formation

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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - USA

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Paul, Weiss has a strong private equity practice counseling elite private equity fund managers on some of the biggest fundraisings in the market. Highly regarded for its experienced structuring of high-end formations, encompassing buyout, distressed and credit funds, among others. Has strong track record in working with global investors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Paul Weiss represented General Atlantic on the formation of GA Investment Partners, a flagship growth equity fund.

Strengths

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  • They have excellent market industry intelligence combined with market leading private funds legal expertise.

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  • Paul Weiss has a team of best-in-class legal professionals, with a prolific track record working with top tier clients. Partners are very well-connected, well-informed, and knowledgeable.

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  • They are extremely practical and business savvy. I would choose this team to handle the most complex work because they have a growing deep bench, and can get the right expertise at the right time.

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  • They are incredibly knowledgeable about changing industry dynamics and provide considerate advice when making decisions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Marco Masotti
    Marco Masotti

    Marco Masotti

    Among those who frequently turn to Marco Masotti for advice on complex fund formation are many of the world's biggest name private equity sponsors.

    • Marco infuses his advice with a lot of knowledge of the market. He is one of the deans of the fund formation bar. His experience makes him a seasoned and capable counsellor.

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    • Marco has great judgement and is excellent in advocating for the interests of his clients. He also has excellent market knowledge and relationships.

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    • Marco is highly regarded in the industry and knows the market inside and out. His insight into the direction of the industry is renowned.

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    • Marco is an industry leader and fantastic overall partner.

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  • Matthew Goldstein
    Matthew Goldstein

    Matthew Goldstein

    Matthew Goldstein counsels sponsors on the structuring of both buyout and direct lending funds. He has further experience of representing private funds in co-investments and direct investments.
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  • Lindsey Wiersma
    Lindsey Wiersma

    Lindsey Wiersma

    Lindsey Wiersma's practice is focused on forming a variety of private equity funds on behalf of major sponsors.

    • Lindsey is extremely knowledgeable and provides the best in class service.

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    • Lindsey is a terrific lawyer. She is very commercial and has a deep understanding of the legal issues.

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    • Lindsey is a superstar.

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  • Amran Hussein
    Amran Hussein

    Amran Hussein

    Amran Hussein has notable experience of advising on the establishment of credit and buyout funds.
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  • Conrad van Loggerenberg
    Conrad van Loggerenberg

    Conrad van Loggerenberg

    Conrad van Loggerenberg enjoys a burgeoning reputation for his funds practice, with an array of leading investment firms calling upon his skills in formation, maintenance and regulatory matters.
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