Dechert LLP advises on the establishment and operation of UCITS management companies, AIFMs, and MiFID firms, providing ongoing regulatory guidance to these entities. The team is led by Carol Widger, who specialises in the formation, launch, and ongoing management of a wide range of investment funds. Jeff Mackey focuses on the establishment and authorisation of alternative investment funds, UCITS, and various asset management structures.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Superb asset management / private markets team in Dechert. Commercial and able to translate complexity into clear, understandable drafting.’
- ‘Doireann O'Daly - excellent, proactive and commercially focused.'
- 'David Layden - clear thinker and very strong in his ability to translate complex concepts into understandable drafting.'
- 'Dan Morrissey - pragmatic, commercially focused lawyer. Balancing client requirements against regulatory requirements so that all sides achieve the desired outcome.'
- ‘Jeff Mackey is an outstanding lawyer and leader of his team. You can always rely on him.’
- ‘Carol Widger is a fantastic partner, very client-oriented. Can strongly recommend.'
Key clients
- AGC Equity Partners
- Apollo Capital Management
- Cheyne Capital Management
- StepStone Group LP and Swiss Capital
- TT International
- UBS
- TwentyFour
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Carol Widger
Other key lawyers
Jeff Mackey; Doireann O'Daly; David Layden; Dan Morrissey