Investment Funds | Europe

A&O Shearman specialises in complex fund structuring. It assists asset managers and other financial sector clients with alternative investment funds, incorporating investments in private equity, infrastructure and high-end real estate. Its lawyers provide expert regulatory advice to international clients on launching and structuring funds in Luxembourg. Clients benefit from the law firm's extensive network of European and global offices, as well as the firm's full-service offering within Luxembourg.

Arendt & Medernach is a top-rated practice with a formidable reputation for investment fund expertise. The law firm advises on a range of funds including UCITS, private equity, RAIFs and real estate funds. Its lawyers specialise in complex structuring and assist international asset managers with investment platforms and funds domiciled in Luxembourg. Additionally it acts for fund managers on regulatory and tax matters, often acting alongside members of the law firm's market-leading tax team.

Clifford Chance offers high-quality multidisciplinary advice to global financial institutions and asset management companies. Its lawyers assist with the setting up, structuring and management of investment platforms. It represents ETFs, SICAVs, AIFs and specialised investment funds. It additionally offers regulatory and licensing advice. The global law firm is a popular choice for international investors, and the Luxembourg team works closely with the law firm's offices in other jurisdictions to handle cross-border mandates.

Elvinger Hoss Prussen is an investment fund powerhouse advising on the creation, structuring and closing of investment funds. The law firm acts for asset managers on a wide range of asset classes, such as private equity and real estate investments. Its lawyers assist clients with the establishment of Luxembourg-based AIFMs and advise clients on matters requiring regulatory approval. Clients benefit from the law firm's collaboration with its Hong Kong and New York offices.

Dechert has a well-reputed practice known for acting on fund formation, restructuring and closing. Its lawyers advise across various asset classes, including real estate, debt and private equity. The law firm frequently assists international managers with the creation of funds in Luxembourg, often working alongside colleagues in the law firm's other offices. The team also has experience advising on regulatory matters.

Linklaters has a distinguished investment fund practice offering multi-jurisdictional advice on UCITS and alternative investment funds. The law firm assists with private equity, real estate and infrastructure funds and acts for groups in M&A-related regulatory matters. Its lawyers also provide extensive regulatory support as well as advice on MiFID licensing and SFDR implementation. Its client list consists of financial services providers, including blue-chip asset managers.

The international practice of Baker McKenzie acts on a range of alternative investment funds involving real estate and private equity assets. Its lawyers advise on the full lifespan of funds, from launching to closing, including assisting global investment managers with structuring and fund-raising. Clients benefit from the team's close collaboration with the law firm's offices across the globe. Team members are also well placed to advise on regulatory matters, including SFDR compliance.

CMS offers a solid fund formation practice to assist with the structuring and launch of Luxembourg-based alternative investment funds, as well as funds focused on infrastructure and real estate activities. It also covers issues relating to ESG funds. The team demonstrates further skill advising on the selection of fund managers, capital raising matters and fund investments. CMS additionally draws strength from its international offices to assist with cross-border matters.

DLA Piper has a solid practice advising on the setting up, structuring and launching of real estate and RAIF funds. Its lawyers additionally assist venture capital funds with investments into a variety of assets, including cryptocurrencies and fintech. Clients benefit from the law firm's global network.

Van Campen Liem advises on the creation of funds for various asset classes, including venture capital and private equity. The law firm acts for investors on energy and infrastructure investments. Clients benefit from the law firm's cooperation with its Dutch office.