LAWYER PROFILE

Gareth Earl

UK 2026

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Investment Funds: Private Equity

UK-wide

15 years ranked

About

Provided by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Practice Areas

Gareth Earl is a Partner in the Firm’s Private Funds Practice, where he is the Head of the Firm’s European Funds Practice. He advises on the establishment and operation of a wide range of private investment funds, including private equity, growth, energy, infrastructure, real estate and credit funds together with bespoke managed account arrangements. His practice also includes advising on the structure and terms of executive carried interest, co-investment and similar incentive arrangements. Gareth has represented a number of leading international sponsors, including Actis, Affinity Equity Partners, Astorg, Apax, BC Partners, Bridgepoint, Charterhouse, Cinven, Coller Capital, CVC and EQT.

Career

Partner, joined Firm in 2010.

Professional Memberships

Member of the Law Society of England and Wales.

Personal

Nottingham Law School, Diploma in Legal Practice (2001); University of Cambridge B.A. (2000).

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Investment Funds: Private Equity - UK-wide

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Gareth Earl is deeply experienced in raising international private equity, buyout, growth and real estate funds. He advises market-leading private equity firms on big-ticket fund launches.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Gareth is a best-in-class lawyer. He has an extensive knowledge of the regulation, the market and the trends. Gareth is very creative and always ensures we are provided the best service.
Investment Funds: Private EquityChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Gareth Earl runs the show and always comes across well.
Investment Funds: Private EquityChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Gareth has very deep sector knowledge, given that Simpson work for basically all major funds. He is very quick.
Investment Funds: Private EquityChambers Guide to the Legal Profession