Venture Capital: Fund Formation | USA

Steven Franklin is highly respected for his deep expertise in launching substantial funds investing in the US and internationally. He has notable experience of providing counsel on the formation of funds investing in the technology space.

Ian O'Donnell is prized for his deep knowledge of the launch and operation of early-stage investment funds, including those focusing on the life sciences and technology sectors.

John Clendenin regularly assists asset management firms establishing funds focused on the health care and technology market.

John Dado is the head of the fund formation practice group. He is admired for his profound understanding of the formation and operation of funds.

Jordan Silber is recognized for his prominent practice launching funds investing in the US and China.

Nicole Peppe is proficient in the formation of US and international venture capital funds. Her client base includes both specialist venture capital sponsors and the early-stage arms of diverse private equity houses.

Robin Painter is equally capable of representing sponsors and institutional investors in high-profile fund formation.

Sean Caplice has an impressive client baseof leading investment management companies. He provides counsel on establishing funds focused on both growth and late-stage companies.

Shane Goudey receives widespread praise for his knowledge of raising significant venture capital funds.

Stephen Mears frequently acts for prominent asset management firms in the establishment of venture capital funds.

Thomas Beaudoin is adept at forming venture capital funds. He is renowned for his international expertise, especially in advising Israeli fund sponsors.

Adam Tope's diverse practice involves establishing a range of funds, including those focused on the energy sector.

David Tegeler is the global co-head of the private funds group. His wide expertise in the private equity funds world encompasses secondary transactions and credit fund launches.

Eric Doherty regularly assists venture capital clients on fund formation and closing matters.

"He is an incredible resource - he has a breadth of knowledge of the marketplace and is very efficient and strategic."

Jay Hachigian's broad-based early-stage capital business covers formation work for sponsors in addition to financing for both funds and growth companies. He has further experience of providing counsel throughout a company's life cycle, from inception through to offerings and M&A.

Kimberley Kaplan-Gross has vast experience of advising on formations for a range of private equity and venture capital funds. She is held in high regard for her international expertise.

Malcolm Nicholls is well versed in fund formations and secondary transactions. He has significant experience in advising sponsors forming technology-focused funds.

Marie DeFalco of Lowenstein Sandler is an accomplished investment funds practitioner who specializes in raising venture capital funds, including funds of funds.

Robert Fore is routinely called upon to advise sponsors on significant fund formations and operational issues. He advises on funds investing across a range of sectors, including travel and technology.

Los Angeles-based Yoni Tuchman is well regarded for his practice advising on the formation of venture capital funds. He has broad experience with funds focusing on technology and e-commerce as well as those focusing on ESG.