USA Guide 2026 : Massachusetts
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Ropes & Gray has one of the largest and most sophisticated private investment funds practices, advising both fund sponsors and investors. The size, scope and integration of the sponsor and investor practices – we form and review many hundreds of funds each year – give us unequalled insight into market terms and developments around the world. Our clients benefit from this unsurpassed depth of experience as we provide seasoned advice, practical and innovative solutions, and first-class service.
To learn more about our practice, please visit: https://www.ropesgray.com/practices/private-investment-funds.aspx
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Ropes & Gray LLP is acknowledged as one of the leading providers of private equity expertise in the state. The team offers experience in all manner of funds, including real estate, venture capital and open-end hedge funds. The firm advises global investors and sponsors on a multitude of operational and regulatory compliance issues.
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Ropes & Gray LLP Ropes & Gray advised Avista Healthcare Partners on the closing of Avista Healthcare Partners CV II, L.P., a single asset continuation fund totaling $284,892,000 in commitments.
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The Ropes & Gray team manages complex fundraises, frequently balancing conflicting regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions.
Ropes & Gray does a really good job of creating a client team and keeping that team together, so that we have consistent staffing and the institutional knowledge stays intact.
The team's depth and breadth is one of the reasons we continually use Ropes & Gray.
R&G is adept at navigating nuanced fund structures, regulatory requirements, and high-value complex transactions, while providing clear, business-oriented advice that aims to simplify decision-making.
Ropes & Gray is particularly good in areas where the LPA is gray and the GPs need to exercise judgment. The team is also helpful in working with opposing counsel on the thorny stuff.
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Peter Laybourn's structural knowledge of private equity funds informs his market-leading practice, which covers both fund formation and secondary transactions.
Peter Laybourn is a giant in the fund formation industry. He is very commercially minded, with an excellent grasp of market practice.
Peter Laybourn is great; he represents broad swathes of very high-end clients. He's very knowledgeable.
Debra Lussier advises private equity sponsors on the formation of buyout funds and funds focused on real assets.
Debra Lussier really knows the market and seeks to provide measured advice. She is really practical and helps us achieve our goals.
Debra distinguishes herself through her ability to blend deep technical expertise with a highly practical, business-oriented approach. She is proactive in anticipating issues.
Laura Hirst advises clients on a variety of alternative private fund structures, including funds of funds and private credit funds.
Laura Hirst is very commercial in the advice she gives. Her advice is valuable as it's practical and she sees the breadth of the market. The advice you get is coming from deep knowledge.
Laura Hirst brings strong insight into the market. Her advice is clear, practical, and tailored to our needs. We appreciated her market benchmarking and quick insights on regulatory developments.
Private Equity: Fund Formation
Private Equity: Fund Formation
Private Equity: Fund Formation
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Peter Laybourn
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Practice area: Private Equity: Fund Formation
Location: USA
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Practice area: Private Equity: Fund Formation
Location: USA - Nationwide
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