Hassans advises on a broad range of funds-related matters, with a client base that includes crypto funds, investment funds and private funds. The team handles both traditional and crypto fund structures and also advises clients on prospectus regulations for equity and bond offerings. Leading the practice, Aaron Payas brings expertise in financial services legislation and corporate matters, including shareholder agreements and restructuring, and regulatory compliance. James Lasry is well-placed to advise on regulatory issues, while Jeremy Requena and Jerome Compson provide support across mandates.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Aaron Payas is exceptional, responsive, and pragmatic.’
- ‘Aaron Payas is a first-class lawyer.'
- ‘The team is approachable, focused and hard-working.'
- 'Strong team with excellent knowledge of the practice area.'
- 'Aaron and the team have a good understanding of contemporary fund structures, particularly in digital assets. The team is able to understand and adapt depending on a given fund's particular structure and intended operations, including working with various partners, including but not limited to fund administrators, custodians, and corporate support.'
- 'Very good technical and commercial knowledge.'
Key clients
- Turicum Private Bank
- Argon Financial Limited
- Patron Capital Gibraltar
- Kleinwort Hambros
- Burren Capital
- Granite MSA Ltd
- Linkbay Limited
- Hyperion Group Limited
- Ribera Capital Limited
- RYSE Asset Management
- BlueRock Advisory Limited
- Anthony Jimenez & Co Limited
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Aaron Payas
Other key lawyers
James Lasry; Jeremy Requena; Jerome Compson