Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is renowned for its activity on challenging, high-value fundraisings. The firm’s enviable client list includes some of Europe’s largest private equity sponsors and private credit firms of global significance. Routinely engaged on high-profile, high-value work, practice co-founder Jason Glover recently advised on one of the largest-ever European buy-out funds, while team head Gareth Earl worked with a significant private equity firm to establish a multi-billion Euro buyout fund. Leading private sponsors regularly turn to Seema Shah for assistance with important fund formations and matters relating to secondary funds. Robert Lee is noted for his ability to act for funds covering the full range of investment strategies and alternative investment classes. James Board has amassed considerable experience acting for sponsors setting up single investor funds and managed accounts. Edward Ford strengthens the practice with his knowledge of secondaries and single-asset continuation funds. Owen Lysak regularly works with private funds and asset managers on issues concerning UK and EU financial regulatory frameworks.
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Distinctions

La satisfaction du client

Témoignages

Collectés indépendamment par l'équipe de recherche du Legal 500.

  • ‘The STB team is always very reactive and perfectly organized so that the service never stops even when multiple topics are going live and all being urgent.’

  • ‘I work with Gareth Earl, Dan Lloyd, Wilson Szet and Max Gordon. They all perfectly know what is market practice and how to solve a complex issue. They always provide us with the right advice mixing regulatory constraints and pragmatism.’

  • ‘Deserving of their market-leading reputation. Unparalleled experience in advising large buyout funds which means they are awash with market intel. An impressive bench of partners, associates and paralegals means they can seamlessly handle multiple fundraisings. ’

  • ‘Daniel Lloyd is an exceptional funds partner. Super responsive and client-focused. Nothing is too much trouble. He knows the market incredibly well and can provide insights that go way beyond his technical legal knowledge.

  • ‘Market-leading insights from a brilliant, committed and responsive team. Advisers that truly add commercial value in the fundraising process.’

  • ‘Jason Glover continues to be a beacon to the industry; he brings clients a unique blend of experience, insight, financial and legal acumen and rigour to the fundraising process.' 

  • 'Robert Lee is very experienced and has smart insights into areas of improvement on terms and processes. A very safe pair of hands to entrust your fundraising with.' 
  • 'Victoria Hartman is an excellent operator and project manager for fundraising. Dependable, responsive and approaching projects with energy and enthusiasm.’

Clients clés

  • The Blackstone Group
  • CVC Capital
  • EQT
  • Apax
  • Cinven
  • Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
  • Ares Management
  • Bridgepoint
  • Astorg
  • Coller Capital

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.

Les grands avocats de demain

Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.

James Board
Owen Lysak

Responsable de la pratique

Gareth Earl

Autres avocats clés

Jason Glover; Seema Shah; Robert Lee; Edward Ford; Daniel Lloyd; James Board; Owen Lysak; Stephanie Biggs; Sacha Grofton-Salmond; Beth Cowen; Vasanth Padaki; Matt Feehily; Wilson Szet