Ropes & Gray LLP

Acting for domestic and international clients, Ropes & Gray LLP advises a wide range of funds on product launches and deal structures. With particular skill handling registered fund and exchange-traded funds, the firm is advising on traditional and alternative asset matters. It is also well-versed in cross-border regulatory work for clients operating in North America, Europe and Asia. Located in Boston, James Thomas, who supports asset managers in product launches, leads the practice alongside the New York-based Michael Doherty, who advises on regulatory and compliance issues in the asset management sector, and Jeremy Smith, an exchange-traded funds specialist. Splitting their time between New York and Boston, Bryan Chegwidden specializes in assisting non-U.S. sponsors offering products and services in the US. Boston-based Thomas Hiller advises on fiduciary duty issues and closed-end fun activist issues. Located in the San Francisco office, Gregory Davis focuses on formation and compliance support for investment advisors and companies. In both Boston and Washington DC, Elizabeth Reza is a key advisor to asset managers in fund mergers and governance matters.