Overview
Honigman advises fund sponsors, institutional investors, and other market participants throughout the lifecycle of private investment funds. We provide strategic counsel on fund formation, structuring, governance, compliance, investment and transactional matters across a diverse array of investment strategies. Clients trust our experienced attorneys for their practical, business-focused approach, delivering sophisticated legal guidance with efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
We work with private equity funds, venture capital funds, credit funds, real estate funds and other investment vehicles. Our team is also experienced in structuring special purpose vehicles, funds-of-one, co-investments and joint ventures. With a deep understanding of evolving market trends, regulatory requirements and investor priorities, we help clients navigate the complexities of fund management and investment execution.
Formation of Investment Funds
Our team has advised clients in launching private funds across a variety of industries, including real estate, infrastructure, credit, sports, entertainment and venture capital. Our attorneys guide fund sponsors through all aspects of fund administration—from initial strategy and structuring through liquidation. Whether drafting private placement memoranda in a shifting regulatory landscape, negotiating investor agreements or structuring tax-efficient fund vehicles, we deliver comprehensive solutions backed by a cross-disciplinary team.
Representation of Limited Partners
Honigman represents a wide range of investors, including fund principals, seed investors, asset managers, strategic investors, co-investors, high net-worth individuals, institutional investors, foundations and family offices in their review of fund materials – whether passive investors needing help evaluating existing fund terms, or large, lead investors seeking to prescribe fund terms and negotiate side letters. Our experience and our efficient review process help clients navigate the business and legal aspects of fund investments. Additionally, we advise on structuring and documenting co-investments and other strategic relationships, including the tax, regulatory, control and economic issues presented by these transactions.
Capital Commitment Subscription Facilities
We assist clients in securing capital commitment subscription facilities, leveraging our knowledge of fund operations and lender preferences. Our team works with subscription facility lenders and understands the evolving terms and structures that impact fund financing in changing market environments.
Secondaries Practice
Honigman has experience conducting transactions in the secondaries market. We structure, negotiate and document secondary transactions to create liquidity solutions, utilizing our substantial corporate, securities, regulatory and tax expertise. We help our clients navigate the process smoothly and in a timely manner.
