Fund formations and investments are both mainstays of Addleshaw Goddard‘s private funds team, while particular recent areas of focus include mid-market GPs and new market entrants. The team is headed up by Jan Grüter, who is highly regarded for his sustainability and impact-focused fund work. Ben Cocoracchio joined the practice from Osborne Clarke LLP in September 2023, bringing distinct venture capital expertise.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘A well-resourced team with a depth of experience in fund formation. The team members are a pleasure to work with and always efficient and commercially-minded.'
‘Jan Gruter and Aidan McConville are experts in their field, and a deliver client-focused commercial advice that's also informed by a depth of knowledge about regulatory considerations.’
‘The combination of useful experience in fund formation and operation, well-coordinated work and multidisciplinary approach leads to amazing results within even very tight deadlines.'
‘Personal and flexible approach as well as excellent technical knowledge is what the individuals with whom we work at AG bring to the table.'
‘Jagdip Gujral and Aidan McConville are both outstanding lawyers with diverse legal knowledge. Clear communication style and meticulous attention to detail. Both have a great ability to foster meaningful client relationships.’
‘Jan Gruter has launched the Addleshaw Goddard Funds Practice, working well with other teams such as fund finance, which is very relevant to our asset management business. Facilitating us using one firm to advise on financing and funds.’
‘Jan Gruter is a very knowledgeable and helpful partner who has set up the Addleshaw Goddard Funds Practice. Jan has particularly good knowledge of Luxembourg fund structures. ’
‘Excellent people. Technically astute, commercial and genuine. Magic Circle quality at much better rates with client-friendly pricing. Service feels tailored to our organisation not part of a conveyor belt.'
Key clients
- NorthSky Capital
- Crestline Investors
- Gulf Capital
- GP Bullhound
- Monica Motivates
- Cordiant Capital
- Royal London
- Phoenix Equity Partners
- YFM Private Equity
- Hakluyt Capital
- New Forests
- Agathos Management
- PropertyShare
- Bluefield Partners
- Gravis
- Bridges Fund Management
- Warrington Borough Council
- Par Equity
- British International Investment
- NBS Ventures
- Pension Protection Fund
- AS Equity Partners
- Northtree Investment Management
Work highlights
- Advised YFM Private Equity on the raise of their largest buyout fund to date.
- Advised Hakluyt Capital on the successful final close of its first fund investing in technology space.
- Advised Royal London Asset Management on its joint venture with South Yorkshire Pension Authority.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Daniel Woolston, Jan Gruter