The investment funds group at Kirkland & Ellis is notable for its work on private equity matters and financial sponsor-backed M&A, catering to top sponsors across a range of sectors and jurisdictions. Carol Liu is well-versed in complex fund structuring and formation matters as well as fund liquidity and GP solutions. She leads the practice alongside Jennifer Feng, whose diverse practice encompasses fundraising, structuring and restructuring, fund formation, and carried interest schemes. Jerry Choi handles private fund formation and related matters, with a particular focus on private credit. Justin Dolling left the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They have deep and wide experience in the fund business.'
‘Carol Liu and Jennifer Feng tried very hard using their knowledge and experience to facilitate our demands and negotiated very hard to win the conditions in favour of us.’
‘The team is diligent, responsive, and understands the market. Has a highly sophisticated global funds practice which listens to the client and understands the client needs. Highly familiar with Asia and global fund practice.'
'Trusted by clients for highly sophisticated commercial legal advice.’
‘Carol Liu understands the client needs, highly familiar with Asia and global fund practice. We find a solution whenever we speak with her.’
Key clients
- Edelweiss
- Adamantem
- Ares Management
- TPG NewQuest
- GLP Capital Partners
- HarbourVest
- Integral Corporation
- PAG
- VIG
- Creador
- LGT Capital Partners
Work highlights
Advising PAG Asia Capital on the closing of its flagship buyout fund PAG Asia IV for USD 4+ billion.
Advising Integral Corporation on the successful closing of Integral Fund V Series for JPY 250 billion.
Advising LAV on the formation and successful closing of its seventh VC fund, LAV Fund VII.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Jennifer Feng
Practice head
Carol Liu; Jennifer Feng
Other key lawyers
Jerry Choi