Stephenson Harwood provides comprehensive counsel across the investment landscape, advising on fund formation, investor representation, secondary transactions and general advisory matters. The team has developed particular expertise in matters related to impact and sustainable investing, new technologies and emerging markets. The department is led by Julien Vandenbussche, who focuses on fund structuring, corporate, financial and regulatory law. Ngowari Adikibi maintains a diverse funds practice, spanning traditional private equity and venture capital work, as well as impact funds and DFI-oriented products.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘This practice stands out for its client-focused approach and ability to deliver practical, commercially sound solutions across complex matters.’
- ‘Ngowari Adikibi stands out for her technical mastery, and commitment to excellence and consistently providing solutions that are commercially sound. ’
Key clients
- Swen Capital Partners
- Alter Equity
- Eurazeo Investment Management
- Bpifrance Investissement
- ODDO Private Equity
- Access Capital Partners
- SPE Capital
- Mirova
- Drysdale Ventures
- Founders Future
- Bridgepoint
Work highlights
French legal advisor to Bridgepoint SAS in connection with the establishment of Bridgepoint Europe VII, a Luxembourg private equity fund targeting 7bn in commitments.
Advising SPE Capital on the creation and ongoing operation of SPE AIF I, L.P.
Advised Nicolas Essayan on the launch of Drysdale Ventures, an angel fund backed by tech entrepreneurs, international investors and several family offices.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Julien Vandenbussche
Other key lawyers
Ngowari Adikibi