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Geared to advise clients on all aspects of fund formation, Walkers BVI is a key port of call for private equity houses, institutional investors, and asset managers. The practice is led by Paul Waldron, who is praised for his ‘calm, clear-headed approach.’ Waldron is also well-regarded in the fintech sector and counts both established and start-up investment managers on his client roster.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Paul Waldron leads a highly capable and trusted team at Walkers BVI. They are consistently knowledgeable, responsive, and commercially minded.'

  • 'The team handles complex corporate, funds, and regulatory matters, and they are particularly strong in emerging areas like fintech and digital assets.'

  • 'Paul Waldron and his team always provide clear, pragmatic advice—even under pressure. They are calm, accessible, and solution-focused, with a deep understanding of the BVI legal and regulatory environment.'
  • 'Their work is always well thought through, and they make complex issues easy to navigate.'
  • 'Paul Waldron ensures a high level of partner involvement and the team works collaboratively to deliver well-rounded, client-focused advice. There is a clear culture of attention to detail, strong internal collaboration, and a genuine commitment to delivering quality and value to clients.’

  • ‘Paul Waldron stands out for his calm, clear-headed approach and his ability to deliver technically sound, commercial advice, even in challenging or time-sensitive situations. He is responsive and someone you can rely on to cut through complexity without losing sight of practical outcomes.

Key clients

  • Blackrock Investment Management LLC
  • Davidson Kempner Capital Management
  • Securitize Capital LLC
  • Third Point, LLC
  • Motion Capital

Work highlights

Representing Blackrock Investment Management LLC on an estimated USD 2.9 billion money market fund.
Representing Securitize Capital LLC on the launch of one new BVI closed-ended fund.
Providing Davidson Kempner Capital Management with ongoing advice to the client's professional feeder and master funds, including downstream financing advice.

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Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Paul Waldron

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Paul Waldron