LAWYER PROFILE

James Sargent

Europe 2026

Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Investment Funds: Real Estate

7 years ranked

Investment Funds: Private Equity

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP

Practice Areas

James Sargent is a partner in the Private Funds Group in Weil’s London office. He advises a wide range of global fund managers on the establishment and day-to-day operation of private investment funds, managed accounts and co-investment platforms across multiple strategies, together with advising on secondary transactions, fund re-structurings and executive compensation arrangements. James acts for fund managers across a range of strategies, including private equity, infrastructure, energy, real estate and credit.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Investment Funds: Real Estate - UK

Band 2

Individual Editorial

James Sargent focuses on the formation of major infrastructure and real estate funds. He provides extensive advice on structuring, formation and financing.

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Investment Funds: Private Equity - UK

Band 4

Individual Editorial

James Sargent focuses on the formation of major infrastructure and real estate funds. He provides extensive advice on structuring, formation and financing.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

James is a well-rounded lawyer who balances commerciality with practical, legal advice.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers European Guide
James Sargent is a phenomenal expert in something that goes beyond legal expertise: he's a true businessman who understands the legal wiring and commercial infrastructure.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers European Guide
I love working with James. He is super commercial, inquisitive and thorough.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers European Guide
James brings not only deep knowledge but also great vision, and collaborating with him is always a positive experience.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers European Guide
James is so knowledgeable: he knows the legal framework and gives us commercial and legal advice that is adjusted to our size and position in the market.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers European Guide