Christopher Hilditch
Schulte Roth & Zabel International LLPThe ‘fantastic team’ at Schulte Roth & Zabel International LLP tackles the full spectrum of hedge fund challenges, supporting new and established funds with the launch of new investment vehicles targeted at a variety of asset classes, including fintech and cryptocurrencies. The team is spearheaded in tandem by ’absolute star’ Josh Dambacher, whose expertise spans hedge fund structuring and associated regulatory regimes in the UK and US, and Christopher Hilditch, a specialist in fund formation, regulation and fundraising. Lee Smith is a key contact for managers looking to restructure their operations and is also sought after for clients looking to launch managed accounts. Amy MacDonagh oversees the lifecycle of hedge funds in addition to providing general corporate advice.
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Testimonials
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- 'The SRZ Team is the most experienced hedge fund and hybrid funds team on the market. The only one expert on both UK and US law. They are just the best.'
- 'Josh Dambacher is an absolute star - he thinks outside the box and is the smartest lawyer I ever worked with. He is brilliant, creative, commercial and a wealth of knowledge and experience across US and UK issues. You only need him in a room when other firms would bring a team of 4 or 5 to compete with his knowledge.'
- 'We can rely on the SRZ team to give pragmatic, informed and candid advice. They have an unparalleled perspective on the market and their US and UK offices work seamlessly together. SRZ is full of ideas and insights.'
- 'Josh Dambacher's manner is incredibly calm and laid-back but he is very sharp and an absolute expert. He gives concise, insightful and commercial advice and is responsive and a pleasure to work with. Amy MacDonagh and Drew Miller are rising stars. Well informed, responsive and very smart.'
- 'Fantastic team that I have had the honour of working with for 19 years. Exceptional in every aspect.'
- 'Josh Dambacher: the Dambuster.'
- 'We use Chris Hilditch for fund formation and partnership work. Chris is a legal behemoth. Brilliant mind.'
- 'Constantly value added. Comes up with new ideas and conventions that I was not aware of. I often find this quality lacking in lawyers, not so with Chris Hilditch of SRZ. Always my go-to.'
Key clients
- Florin Court Capital LLP
- Ilex Capital Partners (UK) LLP
- JJJ Capital Management LLP
- Marshall Wace LLP
- Parvus Asset Management Ltd
- Pelham Capital Ltd
- Qube Research & Technologies Limited
- Ronit Capital LLP
- Savex Capital AG
- Securis Investment Partners LLP
Work highlights
- Advised on the launch of a master-feeder structure to be run by Chameleon Global Capital Management LLP under Ronit Capital LLP’s regulatory umbrella.
- Advised Savex Capital on the launch of a new fund of funds, domiciled in Guernsey.
- Engaged by Securis to launch a closed-ended fund investing in life and lapse risk.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Josh Dambacher
Schulte Roth & Zabel International LLPLeading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Amy MacDonagh
Schulte Roth & Zabel International LLPNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Lee Smith
Schulte Roth & Zabel International LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Josh Dambacher, Christopher Hilditch