Simmons & Simmons is a 'strong and reliable resource' for hedge fund managers and startups alike, offering fund structuring and launch expertise across a range of asset classes. Leading the team is Devarshi Saksena, who assists funds from launch onwards, with particular expertise in supporting startup managers. Lucian Firth is the key contact for seed deals and spinouts, and is also a specialist in ESG matters as they pertain to funds, including the UK's SDR. Hybrid structures are the domain of Sarah Crabb, whose expertise extends to digital assets, while Iain Cullen brings his considerable experience to bear when advising on the launch and structuring of new funds. Tom Pointer and Kate Tracey advise fund managers on the establishment of co-investment and revenue-sharing platforms.
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Témoignages
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- 'The Simmons team is able to provide pragmatic and measured legal advice.'
- 'The team is knowledgeable and prepared to take a risk-based view. The team has a strong bench and senior associates are able to step in and provide advice if their respective partners are not available.'
- 'Availability, willingness to have brainstorming discussions and consider practical aspects and support to finding pragmatic solutions.'
- 'The firm has a long-standing commitment to the alternatives/hedge fund sector which means it is a strong and reliable resource both for specific advice on pressing matters but also for longer term strategic preparation to meet global regulatory developments.'
- 'When you need advice on a high stakes, bet-the-ranch type issue, Iain Cullen is who you need in your corner. Devarshi Saksena is a strong and reliable counsel for day-to-day complex fund projects. He takes the time to learn and understand our business and its people and also ensures that our favoured associates, notably Tom Pointer, are available to help out.'
- 'Proactive advice with a wide view across the business. They help us function as a business and as a service provider in house.'
- 'Devarshi Saksena is knowledgeable, responsive, discreet and wise counsel.'
- 'Strong industry knowledge and connections, commercial approach, responsive, great depth in regulatory matters too.'
Clients clés
- Brevan Howard Capital Management LP
- Man Group
- GSA Capital Partners LLP
- East X LLP
- Theleme Partners LLP
- Laser Digital Holdings AG
- Forteus Investment Management UK LLP
- Kite Lake Capital Management (UK) LLP
- LMR Partners LLP
- AKO Capital LLP
Points forts
- Acted as lead counsel on the second iteration of Brevan Howard’s co-investment program.
- Advised the Man Group on the launch of a Cayman Islands domiciled master fund trading momentum-based trend following signals applied to the commodities market.
- Acted as lead counsel to Ossington Investments, including negotiating an SMA with a large US allocator, launching its first fund, a Cayman master-feeder and advising on the establishment of its management structure.
Avocats
Hall of Fame
Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.
Les grands avocats du marché
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Devarshi Saksena
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Sarah Crabb
Lucian Firth
Meilleurs collaborateurs
Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.
Tom Pointer
Kate Tracey
Responsable de la pratique
Devarshi Saksena
Autres avocats clés
Lucian Firth; Sarah Crabb; Iain Cullen; Tom Pointer; Charlotte Thomas