Harneys' highly regarded investment funds expertise spans various investment vehicle structures, including companies, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, unit trusts and segregated portfolio companies. Issues relating to the cryptocurrency-focused manager space, blockchain and digital assets are further core workflows of the practice, led by virtual assets expert Philip Graham, a prolific adviser experienced in all types of fund vehicles, including private equity and hedge funds, limited partnerships, and start-ups operating in the fintech sector. Ayana Hull is noted for her deep knowledge of BVI legislation and routinely advises on investments and assets including large-scale development and infrastructure projects. Senior associate Kimberly Seagojo focuses on the formation, licensing, maintenance and restructuring of offshore funds as well as regulatory matters.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Very knowledgeable and responsive to client needs.'

Key clients

  • Inclusive Capital Partners
  • OurCrowd
  • Wave Financial

Work highlights

  • Assisted an individual client with a fund formation of a BVI approved manager and fund.
  • Assisted Inclusive Capital Partners with the formation and launch of Inclusive Capital Partners Spring Fund II – forming a BVI feeder and master vehicle and assisting with FSC regulation of same.
  • Provided guidance to OurCrowd in both BVI and Cayman on launching numerous new venture capital SPVs.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Philip Graham, Ayana Hull

Other key lawyers

Kimberly Seagojo