Farrer & Co is well equipped to assist on an array of high-profile and high-value mandates both domestically and internationally including fund formations, SDR requirements, and OFR applications. The group, praised by clients for its ‘excellent service,’ is predominantly instructed by asset management funds, charities property funds, and fund managers. At the helm of the practice is Jessica Reed, who is noted for providing ’consistent and reliable advice’ on the establishment of FCA-authorised funds and ESG transitions. She is supported by regulatory expert Grania Baird, who regularly advises on Consumer Duty, compliance, and governance and distribution issues. Other key members of the team include Edward Twigger and Leon Chng, alongside Ellie Fielding and Ellen Maguire.
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‘We have had excellent service from the funds team over the last few years.’
‘We have always found the team knowledgeable and prompt with advice over changes to fund regulations or interpretation of existing documents.’
‘Jessica Reed has provided consistent and reliable advice and can always be relied upon to give appropriate guidance for our funds.’
‘Leon Chng has proven himself to be reliable and knowledgeable on fund matters.’
‘Farrer knows our business well and is very flexible.’
‘They have industry experts within the team.’
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Practice head
Jessica Reed
Other key lawyers
Edward Twigger; Leon Chng; Ellie Fielding; Ellen Maguire