Investment Funds
Europe Guide 2024 : Ireland
Band 3
Email address
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+ 353 1 470 6600Chambers Review
Walkers advises on the creation of UCITS umbrella funds and on subsequent launches of sub-funds, including for companies that host third-party managers. The law firm advises on the appointment of third-party management companies or the negotiation of depositary agreements. It further acts for international clients seeking to set up fund management companies in Ireland. The Dublin branch is well connected as part of the Walkers Global network.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Walkers has a knowledgeable team in the area of fund formation with a lot of breadth and depth, and significant experience in complex structures."
"The team is very thorough and responsive to questions."
"The team is very knowledgeable."
"Walkers has a knowledgeable team in the area of fund formation with a lot of breadth and depth, and significant experience in complex structures."
"The team is very thorough and responsive to questions."
"The team is very knowledgeable."
Notable Practitioners
Nicholas Blake-Knox's practice covers a range of fund mandates including UCITS. He acts for management companies and financial institutions.
"Nicholas Blake-Knox is extremely knowledgeable and pragmatic."
"He is very experienced and very visible in the market."
"He is exceptional; an incredible talent."
"It is always a pleasure to work with Nick, who is very responsive."
"Nick is an excellent partner who is very diligent, commercial and well connected in the industry."