Dechert LLP, whose depth of industry and SEC experience is commended by clients, stands out for its variety of registered funds expertise, and its ability to assist clients with asset management, broker-dealer, corporate transactions, and litigation. The group counsels a diverse client base, advising fund boards of directors and audit committees, as well as a range of registered funds, among others. Cynthia Beyea is skilled in advising funds on complex reorganization and acquisition transactions, blockchain technology and crypto exchange-traded products. Practice head Christopher Harvey in Boston is heavily involved in the group’s matters for key clients, including reorganization transactions, proxy statements, and requests for exemptive and no-action relief from the SEC. Stephanie A. Capistron, in the same city, advises US registered investment companies and their investment advisers and ETFs in the same location. Elsewhere Chris Christian in Boston and Douglas Dick in Washington DC are heavily involved in the group’s work on offshore funds. Allison M Fumai in New York often advises exchange traded funds on regulatory issues such as exemptive relief. Megan Johnson in Washington DC counts some of the group’s most prominent investment companies as key clients.
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‘The Dechert team is extremely experienced and amazingly available. But, it is the combination of their skill and experience with thoughtful good humor and patience that sets them apart.’
‘Christopher Harvey and Stephanie Capistron stand out in their thoughtful manner, industry and regulatory knowledge and in-depth understanding of their clients.’
‘Cynthia Beyea is an exceptional resource for our legal needs. She always seems to be available and, if an exceptionally unique item arises, knows whom within her firm to contact to expedite an answer.'
‘In my opinion, Dechert is the top 1940 Act firm worldwide. I have been impressed with the bench that stands behind our primary partners. Dechert is always prompt and accurate on its responses and advice.’
‘The depth of industry and SEC experience is good.’
‘Personalized service, advocates, counselors and team players. They maintain their independence and professionalism without 'pomp and circumstance'. Each partner and associate are reachable and responsive.’
Key clients
- MainStay Funds
- Morgan Stanley Funds
- abrdn plc
Work highlights
- Advised First Trust Advisors on the acquisition of closed-end funds managed by the client.
- Advised 21Shares on the launch of 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF (CETH), their inaugural Ethereum exchange-traded product. 21Shares is a leading issuer of crypto exchange-traded products and developer of blockchain technology.
- Advised U.S. mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, closed-end funds, BDC and CLOs of a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm on a frequent basis regarding a range of issues relating to the development and launch of new funds, compliance and regulatory matters, mergers, liquidations, and restructuring of funds.
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.
Practice head
Christopher Harvey
Other key lawyers
Stephanie Capistron; Adam Teufel; Cynthia Beyea; Megan Johnson; Chris Christian; Allison M. Fumai