Ogier‘s practice spans the breadth of fund structures and asset classes, with growing strength in digital asset management structures, in addition to private equity, hedge, infrastructure and real estate funds. In addition to assisting with the launch and structuring of Jersey-domiciled and listed funds, the practice also handles contentious and non-contentious regulatory issues. Niamh Lalor heads up the team, focusing on funds regulation in the private equity, venture capital and infrastructure sectors. Emily Haithwaite advises on the formation, listing and winding up of private equity funds, while Sophie Reguengo assists real estate funds with capital raising, acquisitions and disposals. Managing associates Alexandra O’Grady and Matt McManus are recommended for their expertise in private equity funds, and co-investment and joint venture structures, respectively.

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Testimonials

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'The Jersey funds team do an excellent job on numerous matters that we work with them on. They always give excellent legal advice whilst being approachable, pragmatic and pleasant to work with.'
'Matt McManus is exceptional in all aspects, from client interaction and commerciality, right through to billing. He sees the bigger picture when it comes to clients and looks to develop a long-term relationship rather than a one-off service. I have recommended Matt to various fund managers because I have confidence in his experience and his all-round attributes. He is a standout in the Jersey market for me and a future partner for sure.'
'Responsive and clearly very connected with all aspects of investment fund activity in Jersey.'
'Holistic approach covering multiple disciplines providing a resourceful and cost and time effective service. Their ability to draw on wide-reaching expertise within the firm ensures a client's requirements are met and, more often than not, problems addressed in a comprehensive and detailed way.'
'Niamh Lalor stands out for her ability to engage, understand quickly a client's requirements, and deliver outstanding advice. Niamh provides the same level of professional service for day-to-day questions through to complex legal matters requiring a multi-disciplinary approach and she always delivers the same high standard level of advice and support.'
'Ogier is very experienced in Jersey specific matters and is very well connected locally with various parties. As a result they can assist on a wide variety of matters.'
'Sophie Reguengo and her team are always willing to assist, including in tricky situations where it is not immediately obvious what the solution is.'
'We have worked with Emily Haithwaite for a number of years. Emily is always available, listens to the issues at hand and responds with pragmatic and co-ordinated solutions in a timely manner. Unlike other law firms, you don't feel that the time clock is switched on every time the phone is answered!'

Key clients

AEW Capital Management LP
Cain International
Cevian
CQS
Neptune
Deutsche Asset Management
Franklin Templeton
DWS Real Estate
Rockpool Investments LLP
Ethos Private Equity
Global Infrastructure Partners
HSBC Bank plc – Jersey
London Venture Partners
Alexander Forbes
Pinebridge Benson Elliot
Julius Baer
IK Partners
Alpstone Capital
Index Ventures
Intermediate Capital Group PLC
Knight Frank Investment Management
Knife Capital
Salt Capital Ventures Limited
Alanda Capital
Deutsche Finance International
Medicxi Ventures
Pacific Equity Partners
Paloma Capital
Palamon Capital Partners
Pemberton Asset Management
Quadriga Capital
Schroders Capital
Therium Capital
Jigsaw VC GP Ltd
Brooks Macdonald Asset Management International
EPIC Management Limited
Valor Real Estate Partners
Darwin Capital
UBS
STANLIB Fund Managers Jersey Limited
Alter Domus
Aztec,
Highvern
JTC Group
Langham Hall
Ocorian
R&H Fund Services
Saltgate
Sanne (Apex Group)

Work highlights

Advised investment firm Medicxi on the launch of the €400m Medicxi IV Fund.
Advised Salt Capital Ventures on the establishment of a Jersey limited partnership, Salt Equity I, authorised as a Jersey Private Fund.
Advised DWS on the establishment of a Jersey property unit trust and the associated acquisition of the land at Lower Bristol Road, Bath, which is to be used to build 316 residential properties, to be developed by Watkin Jones.

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