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Kirkland & Ellis LLP

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Private equity: Fund formation

The Kirkland & Ellis LLP investment funds group boasts experience in private equity transactions, with particular strength in cross-border and international deals across Europe. The team’s portfolio extends to advice on sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and investments for financial sponsors. Further areas of expertise include GP-led fund restructurings, the establishment of fund management companies, and the design of carried interest and co-investment schemes. Practice head Raphaël Bloch counsels European capital sponsors on the formation and operation of funds and separate accounts across the full spectrum of alternative assets.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Excellent knowledge of the market in France, Europe and internationally.’
  • ‘Raphaël Bloch is an excellent lawyer with a very keen understanding of the expectations of LPs and GPs. It's always a great pleasure to work with him.’
  • ‘Very experienced and knowledgeable team, with valuable market insights and high-quality advice.’
  • ‘Raphaël Bloch is a standout partner. On top of all aspects of the transaction, and impressive in counterparty negotiations. ’
  • ‘The level of resources made available to the client seems unparalleled, which is reflected in the responsiveness’
  • ‘Raphael Bloch is technically skilled, commercially minded, and a good project manager.’

Key clients

  • Antin Infrastructure Partners
  • Eurazeo
  • Equistone Partners
  • Noteus Partners

Work highlights

Advised Antin Infrastructure Partners on the formation of Antin Infrastructure Fund V, which held a final closing at €10.2 billion ($10.7 billion).
Advised Eurazeo on the formation of Eurazeo Capital Fund V. With a general Continental focus, Fund V will take a diversified industry approach, focusing on buyouts.
Advising Noteus Partners on the ongoing formation of its new EUR400 million venture capital fund.

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Raphaël Bloch
Raphaël Bloch
Practice head

Raphaël Bloch