Alongside its expertise in traditional fund structures, Ogier is also increasingly called upon by HNWIs looking to invest their capital via commercial fund structures. Practice head Emily Haithwaite is well versed in the life cycle of private equity funds, in addition to assisting VC and hedge fund managers. Niamh Lalor is well versed in both the regulatory and operational challenges affecting private equity, VC and real estate managers, while Sophie Reguengo‘s practice spans the divide between private equity funds and private wealth structures, including family offices. Matt McManus’ expertise lies in co-investment and carry vehicles and the regulatory frameworks governing their operation, and Alexandra O’Grady accompanies private equity sponsors through the launch of closed and open-ended funds.
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- Niamh Lalor is extremely experienced and provides commercial client-facing advice. She is responsive and has built a fantastic team around her. Sophie Reguengo is a standout partner. She is very responsive and solution-oriented. Joanna Christensen provides excellent counsel, is commercial, and responsive.
- Ogier Jersey has a very strong investment funds team at all levels. They provide seamless support and advice. They are always responsive and commercial in their interactions and really work as an extended part of the team. They are my "go-to" counsel in Jersey.
- Niamh Lalor and Alexandra O'Grady are great with clients and other lawyers. Very sharp and quick to answer. Always solution-oriented.
- The team works very well with legal teams outside Jersey. They are very reactive.
- The Ogier funds team is simply first class in terms of quality, market knowledge, and responsiveness.
- We work with Emily Haithwaite, who combines great technical expertise with real commerciality.
Key clients
- Index Ventures
- Medicxi Ventures
- Pacific Equity Partners
- Partners Group
- AEW Capital Management LP
- Cain International
- Cevian
- The Fine Art Group
- The AA Group
- Maven 11
- Orgueil Capital
- Fundsmith
Work highlights
Advised Schroders Private Equity in relation to the establishment of numerous fund and co-investment vehicles involving Jersey limited partnerships and separate limited partnerships.
Assisted Gresham House with the establishment of a Jersey feeder vehicle structured as a Jersey limited liability partnership, with a Jersey company acting as its managing member.
Advised Medicxi on the launch and final close of the €450m Medicxi V Fund, which was established as a Jersey Expert Fund.
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Practice head
Emily Haithwaite
Other key lawyers
Niamh Lalor; Sophie Reguengo; Matt McManus; Alexandra O'Grady; Joanna Christensen; Ryan Ripamonti; Naomi Chinniah