About

Provided by Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young LLP

Regulatory expertise that drives real-world innovation.

From obtaining industry-first exemptive and no-action relief to assisting in the development of novel products, we have helped our clients become and remain industry leaders. We touch trillions worth of assets as counsel to more than half of the top 20 U.S. fund firms, serve as counsel to independent directors to more than 100 fund groups, and represent more than 40 fund sponsors.

Stradley Ronon is one of only three firms ranked in Band 1 for Nationwide: Registered Funds by Chambers USA. Our investment management practice is bolstered by a robust slate of former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) staff members, many of whom served in the SEC’s Division of Investment Management and as thought leaders for the regulations we see today.

At the inception of the mutual fund industry, Stradley Ronon was directly involved in the creation of one of the first mutual funds in the United States. That drive continues today with our firm’s involvement in emerging areas such as next-generation exchange-traded products, alternative products, fintech, and swaps and other derivatives trading. Our team advises investment advisers, public and private funds, fund boards, service providers and insurance companies on matters ranging from traditional and novel regulatory issues to practical considerations relevant to initial formation and continued operations.

Chambers Review

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Registered Funds - USA - Nationwide

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Stradley Ronon maintains an impressive client list of fund complexes, fund managers and independent trustees, who benefit from the firm's skill, industry integration and nationwide presence when developing new products or approaching other registered fund concerns. It handles a wide range of open and closed-end funds and is particularly noted for its strength in the ETF space.

Work Highlights

  • Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young advised Blue Owl Capital on the merger of two of its BDC entities, Blue Owl Technology Funding Corp. II and Blue Owl Technology Funding Corp.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Alison Fuller
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Alison Fuller
1
Band 1
Alison Fuller is highly commended for her representation of mutual funds and their independent directors.
Bruce G Leto
1
Bruce G Leto
1
Band 1
Bruce Leto's distinguished practice involves advising significant investment managers on M&A, launches and regulatory issues.

Bruce operates with a broad and deep knowledge of the law as well as a balanced view of the commercial needs and realities faced by his clients.

Stuart Coleman
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Stuart Coleman
1
Band 1
Stuart Coleman is particularly highly regarded for his ability to assist independent trustees of registered funds with navigating federal regulations.

Stuart has an incredible knowledge about how Wall Street actually works. That is invaluable and based on his incredible experience.

Eric Purple
2
Eric Purple
2
Band 2
Eric Purple's well-regarded registered fund practice includes advising independent directors and investment managers on fund formation and regulatory matters.
Matthew R DiClemente
2
Matthew R DiClemente
2
Band 2
Matthew DiClemente is experienced across the registered fund sector, including ETFs and mutual funds.

Matt is always calm, sensible, patient and constructive. It makes him even more effective.

Michael Mundt
3
Michael Mundt
3
Band 3
Michael Mundt utilizes his SEC experience to assist clients with innovative solutions to complex issues relating to ETFs.

Michael possesses an understanding of the law, regulations and regulatory relationships, and is an out-of-the-box thinker.

David Stephens
4
David Stephens
4
Band 4
David Stephens is recommended for his experience gained from working with the managers and board members of major fund complexes.

David is a very good lawyer – very responsive to any requests, and he provides excellent service to funds.

Alan Goldberg
5
Alan Goldberg
5
Band 5

Alan Goldberg has a noted practice that involves advising significant investment companies and independent board members.

Alan is a clear communicator and practical problem solver.

Sara Crovitz
5
Sara Crovitz
5
Band 5

Sara Crovitz is co-chair of Stradley Ronon's investment management group, and leverages experience from over two decades in the SEC to advise clients on a variety of registered funds matters.

Sara is extremely knowledgeable about current issues and has a deep and unique historical perspective that make her an invaluable resource.

Joel Corriero
U
Joel Corriero
U
Up and Coming

Joel Corriero has a burgeoning practice in the '40 Act space and has particular expertise advising clients on ETFs.

Joel continues to deliver strong service and expertise in the registered funds space.

Ranked Lawyers at
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Registered Funds

Alison Fuller
1
Alison Fuller
1
Band 1
Bruce G Leto
1
Bruce G Leto
1
Band 1
Stuart Coleman
1
Stuart Coleman
1
Band 1
Eric Purple
2
Eric Purple
2
Band 2
Matthew R DiClemente
2
Matthew R DiClemente
2
Band 2
Michael Mundt
3
Michael Mundt
3
Band 3
David Stephens
4
David Stephens
4
Band 4
Alan Goldberg
5
Alan Goldberg
5
Band 5
Sara Crovitz
5
Sara Crovitz
5
Band 5
Joel Corriero
U
Joel Corriero
U
Up and Coming