LAWYER PROFILE

James Sargent

UK 2026

Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Investment Funds: Real Estate

UK-wide

7 years ranked

Investment Funds: Private Equity

UK-wide

1 year ranked

About

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Practice Areas

James Sargent is Co-Head of Weil’s London Private Funds Group. 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 a range of strategies, including private equity, infrastructure, energy, real estate and credit. He also has extensive experience advising on fund manager M&A, GP stakes transactions, GP-led secondary transactions, fund restructurings and recapitalisations, along with executive compensation arrangements.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Investment Funds: Real Estate - UK-wide

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-wide

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

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James brings not only deep knowledge but also great vision, and collaborating with him is always a positive experience.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
James is a well rounded lawyer who balances commerciality with practical, legal advice.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
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 Guide to the Legal Profession
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 Guide to the Legal Profession
I love working with James. He is super commercial, inquisitive and thorough.
Investment Funds: Real EstateChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
James provides an excellent level of service.
Investment Funds: Private EquityChambers Guide to the Legal Profession