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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Registered Funds

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

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Registered Funds - USA

Band 4

What the Team is Known For
Sullivan & Cromwell counsels registered funds, advisers and independent directors on a wide range of concerns. Draws upon familiarity with the financial services sector to provide invaluable guidance on regulatory enforcement and compliance. Advises clients in the open and closed-end fund space, including BDCs.
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Work Highlights

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell served as counsel to the independent trustees of Fidelity Fixed Income and Asset Allocation Funds.

Strengths

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  • They are thoughtful and good advocates.

    Registered Funds respondentGlobal

  • They closely monitor regulatory developments and promptly inform clients. The firm has extensive expertise on legal and regulatory issues and a team composed of highly experienced attorneys.

    Registered Funds respondentGlobal

  • They have deep expertise in financial services matters and are thoughtful in their analysis. Their legal analysis and written work product is superb.

    Registered Funds respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • John E Baumgardner
    John E Baumgardner

    John E Baumgardner

    John Baumgardner is acclaimed for his deep knowledge of ’40 Act issues as they pertain to his clientele of independent trustees.

    • John is a remarkable attorney.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • John is a very thoughtful attorney with deep industry experience. His contributions to the industry provide extremely valuable insight.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • John is a truly great fund lawyer, with great client skills and a boardroom presence.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal
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  • Donald Crawshaw
    Donald Crawshaw

    Donald Crawshaw

    Donald Crawshaw is particularly recognized for his strength in mutual and closed-end funds.

    • Donald is a great advocate. He is very detail-oriented and brings value.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • Donald is incredibly intelligent, strong on the analytical and a very talented lawyer.

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  • William Farrar
    William Farrar

    William Farrar

    William Farrar is particularly rated for his profound understanding of the BDC space. He draws on his experience to offer informed advice on fund formation, fundraising and M&A.

    • William is a rock star. There is nothing you ask him that he doesn't know. He is a great advocate for his clients and works hard to achieve the right outcome.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • William is a very smart lawyer.

      Registered Funds respondentGlobal

    • William is very knowledgeable.

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