Noted for its expertise in the investment management arena, the practice at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP is led by ‘exceptionally experienced’ Simon Currie, who advises on the formation, management and operation of private investment funds, listed investment companies, managed accounts and separate account investment vehicles. William Yonge, who specialises in UK and EU financial services regulation, is another key contact in the group.
Testimonials
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‘The team understand all issues and are extremely experienced in the financial services regulatory arena. Their knowledge is exceptional.’
‘Steven Lightstone is very knowledgeable, asks the right questions and is client friendly.’
‘Simon Currie is exceptionally experienced and sees the entire picture.’
Key clients
- Stone Harbor Investment Partners
- Virtus Investment Partners Inc
- Lincoln Peak Capital Management LLC
- Ares Management Corporation
Work highlights
- Represented Stone Harbor Investment Partners in connection with Virtus Investment Partners' acquisition of Stone Harbor as an affiliated manager.
- Represented Virtus Investment Partners Inc. in its acquisition of AlphaSimplex Group LLC, a manager of liquid alternative investment solutions with $10.9 billion of assets under management, from Natixis Investment Managers.
- Represented Lincoln Peak Capital Management LLC in its minority investment in Meadow Partners, a vertically integrated private real estate investment firm based in New York City and London.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Simon Currie