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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

Private Equity: Fund Formation

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

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Private Equity: Fund Formation - USA

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Weil, Gotshal & Manges is a choice destination for midmarket sponsors and larger asset managers seeking to raise mega private equity funds. Valued for its wide experience advising on the structuring of a variety of funds. Expertise devising a plethora of innovative private structures that span a diverse range of targets, from buyouts to real estate and infrastructure. A strong global practice enables the team to act for both US and foreign-based sponsors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Weil, Gotshal & Manges represented Lee Equity Partners in its closing of Lee Equity Partners Fund IV, an oversubscribed fund with USD1.3 billion in capital commitments.

Strengths

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  • They have industry knowledge and their full team is in the loop on all things we work on. What I like most about the firm is how they explain complex legal language in simplified terms.

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  • They have deep, extensive knowledge and expertise.

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  • They are thoughtful, creative, and are always looking to balance protecting us with being commercial. They are always on top of the latest industry developments.

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  • They provide market insight and thoughtful strategic advice. They have a deep team of experts who can handle complex matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathon G Soler
    Jonathon G Soler

    Jonathon G Soler

    Jonathon Soler is a highly regarded sponsor-side attorney focusing on fund formation.

    • Jonathon offers amazing guidance and thoughtful advice.

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    • Jonathon is smart, thoughtful, receptive, and an excellent leader. We trust him implicitly to protect our firm, but to be commercial and to help us achieve success.

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    • Jonathon is an expert in his field and truly an amazing lawyer. He is an invaluable partner to us.

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    • Jonathon is a market leader in fund formation and is viewed as a thought leader in the industry.

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  • Andrew Chizzik
    Andrew Chizzik

    Andrew Chizzik

    Andrew Chizzik's expertise encompasses the formation of significant buyout and infrastructure funds.

    • Andrew always gives practical advice.

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    • We really respect his advice both from a pure technical perspective, but also in helping us understand what is happening in the market and where we can be flexible or less flexible in negotiations.

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    • Andrew is a rockstar. For any question, our first thought is to call Andrew. Andrew knows our organization better than us. He can do it all.

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  • Stephanie Epstein Srulowitz
    Stephanie Epstein Srulowitz

    Stephanie Epstein Srulowitz

    Stephanie Epstein Srulowitz is experienced in the formation of both buyout and growth equity funds.

    • Stephanie is a pleasure to work with, and is thoughtful in her approach.

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