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Investment Funds: Hedge Funds - UK

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Simmons & Simmons provides an impressive service for asset managers looking to establish investment funds. The team offers expert advice for clients looking to set up open-ended funds and remains one of the top choices for London hedge fund managers. An excellent regulatory practice complements the firm's deep bench of specialists, comprehensive European reach and core focus on investment funds. The funds group is accomplished in a wide range of investment matters, from fund launches and structures, to portfolio management.

Work Highlights

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  • Regarding hedge funds, Simmons & Simmons acted for Laser Digital Holdings on the establishment of its first digital assets open-ended fund platform.

  • Regarding open-ended funds, Simmons & Simmons advised Waystone Management on the acquisition and transfer of the UK and Irish business of Link Fund Solutions.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Iain Cullen
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Iain Cullen
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Senior Statespeople
Iain Cullen is recognised as a highly influential figure in the UK hedge fund space. During his storied career he has advised leading managers and continues to assist these clients with fund formation.

Iain is an absolute legend. He's amazing.

Devarshi Saksena
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Devarshi Saksena
2
Band 2

Devarshi Saksena has a client list that includes a number of leading European fund managers. He advises these groups on the structuring, launch and operation of hedge funds.

Devarshi is wonderfully responsive and commercially aware.

Devarshi is very knowledgeable about hedge funds and the challenges facing them.

Devarshi is always available, cares about the long-term relationship and is knowledgeable about the sector.

Lucian Firth
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Lucian Firth
3
Band 3
Lucian Firth is recognised for his work advising fund managers on the establishment and structuring of hedge funds. He also advises clients on the creation of managed accounts.

Lucian is very responsive and aware of current industry issues.

Sarah Crabb
U
Sarah Crabb
U
Up and Coming

Sarah Crabb is recognised as an up-and-coming partner in the hedge fund space. She frequently advises clients regarding fintech and digital assets, earning a reputation for excellence in the field of cryptocurrency funds.

Sarah is technically excellent, very commercial and pragmatic.

Sarah is a top hedge fund lawyer.

Sarah takes a strong collaborative approach to working with new launch managers. She is very supportive and takes the time to understand the nuances of each strategy.

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Investment Funds: Hedge Funds

Iain Cullen
S
Iain Cullen
S
Senior Statespeople
Devarshi Saksena
2
Devarshi Saksena
2
Band 2
Lucian Firth
3
Lucian Firth
3
Band 3
Sarah Crabb
U
Sarah Crabb
U
Up and Coming