Investment Funds - Germany
What the team is known for
Simmons & Simmons houses a well-known practice group with a prominent client roster, acting for internationally active asset managers, pension schemes and insurance companies. The law firm advises on a variety of matters, including fund structuring, distribution licences and networks as well as portfolio restructurings and acquisitions. The team also works on fund mergers and ESG matters and has experience working on cross-border mandates.
Strengths
"Simmons & Simmons has a very good network, and very strong commercial awareness."
"Simmons & Simmons' quality and speed of advice are outstanding."
Work highlights
Simmons & Simmons advised Jupiter on its restructuring through the establishment of a new branch of an asset manager in Luxembourg, and subsequent asset transfer.
Notable practitioners
Benedikt Weiser regularly advises on fund structurings and launches, new investment products and real estate portfolio acquisitions, while also working on private equity, debt, pension and infrastructure funds. His expertise in tax and regulatory issues further strengthens his offering. "Benedikt Weiser offers a very strong level of client service and commercial awareness."
Harald Glander advises international investment firms on fund structuring, restructurings, acquisitions and transfers, in Germany and across borders. He is also familiar with German ESG issues as well as SFDR and other regulatory matters. "Harald Glander is highly qualified and very strong in his commercial awareness."
