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Investment Funds

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Investment Funds - Ireland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
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.
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Work Highlights

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  • Walkers advised RV Capital UCITS Fund on its change of service provider.

Strengths

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  • The Walkers team is extremely knowledgeable and pre-empts issues.

    Investment Funds respondentGlobal

  • The team is very experienced, measured and exercises sound judgement in its consideration of sophisticated matters.

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  • Walkers is responsive, proactive and very competent when it comes to fund work.

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  • Walkers is able to avail of its international network and its team has extensive and varied experience.

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  • The team has a focus on timely delivery with a strong commercial attitude.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Nicholas Blake-Knox
    Nicholas Blake-Knox

    Nicholas Blake-Knox

    Nicholas Blake-Knox's practice covers a range of funds mandates including UCITS. He acts for management companies and financial institutions.

    • Nick is well connected and adept at navigating new legal and regulatory developments.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Nicholas Blake-Knox combines technical expertise with commercial wisdom, making him an invaluable adviser for complex business matters.

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    • He is very knowledgeable and very sound in his assessment of issues and brings a very informed perspective to any request for advice.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Nick's in-house experience really shines through. We really value his technical, commercial and pragmatic approach.

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    • Nicholas Blake-Knox is respected in the industry.

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  • Aongus McCarthy
    Aongus McCarthy

    Aongus McCarthy

    Aongus McCarthy acts for international asset and investment managers on regulatory authorisations and fund structuring.

    • Aongus McCarthy is excellent: very commercial, understands our risk appetite and is extremely knowledgeable.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

    • Aongus is a great operator with subtle firmness to achieving his clients' objectives.

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    • Aongus is thorough, responsive and commercial. He is perceptive in spotting possible issues at an early stage.

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    • It's a pleasure to work with Aongus.

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    • Aongus is highly responsive, commercially astute and a trusted adviser who adds value to our matters.

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