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Hogan Lovells International LLP

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Well placed to advise on cross-border issues by virtue of its large global network, Hogan Lovells International LLP handles the full range of closed-ended and open-ended real estate funds matters. Practice head Nicholas Holman is experienced in a broad range of funds matters, including private equity funds, infrastructure funds, private credit funds, secondaries, co-investments, real estate funds and venture funds. He is supported by Sian Owles, who is recommended for joint ventures and club deal terms, as well as fund structuring, restructuring and investments. Amelia Stawpert - who was promoted to partner in January 2023 - acts for issuers, sponsors and investors on both listed and private funds, while counsel James Alder advises on the establishment, structuring, regulation and marketing of funds.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Nick Holman leads a highly accomplished and approachable team which is always able to quickly adapt and react to deal/client changes, regulatory updates and tax-led structuring requirements.’

  • ‘Nick Holman is a highly accomplished partner who has the ability to distil and explain highly complex matters in a succinct and digestible manner.’

Key clients

  • M&G Real Estate
  • Columbia Threadneedle Investments
  • abrdn (formerly Aberdeen Standard Investments)
  • Innagreen Investments
  • Numis Securities
  • NTM Capital

Work highlights

  • Advised M&G Real Estate on the launch of its flagship open-ended European Living Fund, focused on the residential sector and valued at €578m.
  • Advised abrdn Investcorp Infrastructure Partners on the launch of their latest concession infrastructure investment vehicle, domiciled in the Abu Dhabi Global Market.
  • Advised Innagreen Investments on the launch of its new global renewable energy fund, seeking to raise $1bn in investor commitments with an initial commitment of $150m investment from Morrison & Co.

Lawyers

Leading individuals

Nicholas Holman

Hogan Lovells US LLP

Nick Holman co-leads our Investment Funds Group and is proud that he has spent his entire professional career at the firm. Nick has extensive experience across a broad range of alternative investment funds, and advises both fund managers and institutional investors. He is also recognized widely for his work on the launches of infrastructure, private equity and credit/debt funds.Nick is very focused on ensuring that both he and his team provide thoughtful advice that is tailored for each situation. He is immersed in the funds industry, advising fund associations in both the US and UK on a range of business-critical matters. He is often asked to impart his detailed knowledge and experience by speaking at key industry conferences and seminars, both nationally and globally.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nicholas Holman

Other key lawyers

Sian Owles, James Alder, Amelia Stawpert