Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP

Investment Management

Partner

Chris is a member of Davis Polk’s Investment Management practice. He brings deep market knowledge and experience in the development, formation and ongoing operation of funds regulated under the Investment Company Act of 1940, particularly funds that invest in private market assets. He advises clients on a wide array of fund products, including business development companies (BDCs), closed-end funds and interval funds. His clients include sponsors of all sizes and range from first-time sponsors of 1940 Act products to established 1940 Act sponsors.

Clients seek his counsel for novel SEC exemptive applications and the development of innovative products for retail investors.

Chris also has advised on numerous complex asset management M&A transactions and joint venture arrangements to launch new 1940 Act funds. He has represented many of the leading fund sponsors and investment managers, as well as fund boards.