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Proskauer Rose LLP

Private Equity: Secondaries

USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide


Proskauer Rose LLP

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Private Equity: Secondaries - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Proskauer has attained a sterling reputation for the strength of its secondaries expertise, frequently advising a broad spectrum of private funds, institutional investors and wider participants on transactional matters. The firm is well-versed in GP-led deals, acting for buyers and sellers, as well as acting on fund formation work.

Work Highlights

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  • Proskauer Rose advised Blackstone Strategic Partners as sole buyer on the $5 billion purchase of a portfolio of more than 300 fund interests from the New York City Retirement Systems.

Strengths

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  • Proskauer is a leader in the secondary transaction advisory space. They understand all of the market dynamics.

    Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
  • I have very high confidence in their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters. They have a deep bench of experience and are well-attuned to emerging issues to factor into legal documents.

    Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
  • Proskauer consistently demonstrates the ability to handle highly complex and sophisticated matters, particularly in nuanced secondaries transactions.

    Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Christopher Robinson
    Band 1Christopher Robinson

    Christopher Robinson

    Christopher Robinson is the co-head of the firm's secondary transactions and liquidity solutions group. He represents both buy- and sell-side clients in significant transactions.

    • Christopher is very commercial and well-connected in the industry.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • Christopher is an excellent lawyer with exceptional interpersonal skills.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • Christopher is the most knowledgeable and talented secondaries lawyer that we work with.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • There is not a lawyer more attentive, responsive or proactive in their approach to service and client management than Christopher.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
  • Band 1Michael Suppappola
    Band 1Michael Suppappola

    Michael Suppappola

    Michael Suppappola is the co-head of the firm's secondary transactions and liquidity solutions group. He advises across the full range of secondary matters, representing both LP and GP interests across large-scale international transactions.

    • Michael's advice is balanced, well thought out and to the point, and his client service is exceptional.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • Michael is an extraordinarily talented lawyer. He is practical and fights for his client's transactional interests.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • I am consistently impressed by Michael's excellent, practical advice. He provides comprehensive solutions and brings formidable value to the table.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingAmanda Butler-Jones
    Up and ComingAmanda Butler-Jones

    Amanda Butler-Jones

    Amanda Butler-Jones is recognized as an impressive up-and-comer in the industry. She has good experience across both LP- and GP-led transactions.

    • Amanda is sharp and so commercial in how she manages transactions with ease.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingBlake Halperin
    Up and ComingBlake Halperin

    Blake Halperin

    Blake Halperin is a talented lawyer with a strong reputation for secondaries deal work.

    • Blake is capable and creative when it comes to roadblocks or complex legal issues. He is very responsive and a pleasure to work with.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • Blake is terrific. He is not only very responsive and knowledgeable, but he is passionate about the work.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA
    • Blake combines technical mastery, market knowledge and thoughtful solutions in a very effective way.

      Private Equity: Secondaries respondentUSA

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