Cleary Gottlieb has hired a partner from Fried Frank to bolster its investment funds practice in London, as the US law firm seeks to expand its private capital capabilities in Europe.
New Hire Details
The firm has appointed James S. as a partner in its London office, where he will lead the investment funds practice. James joins from Fried Frank, where he was a partner in the corporate practice, focusing on fund formation and investment management. He brings extensive experience advising on the structuring and raising of private equity, venture capital, and real estate funds.
Strategic Move
This hire is part of Cleary Gottlieb's strategy to strengthen its private capital offering in Europe, particularly in London. The firm has been actively expanding its funds practice to meet growing client demand for cross-border investment structures. James's arrival is expected to enhance the firm's ability to advise on complex fund formations and regulatory matters.
James commented: "I am delighted to join Cleary Gottlieb and look forward to contributing to the firm's impressive funds practice. The team's deep expertise and global reach provide an ideal platform to serve clients in the evolving private capital landscape."
Background
Cleary Gottlieb has a strong presence in London, with a focus on cross-border transactions, corporate law, and financial services regulation. The addition of James underscores the firm's commitment to expanding its private capital practice in the region.
Fried Frank has not yet announced a replacement for James. The move comes amid a wave of partner hires and lateral moves in the London legal market, as firms compete for talent in high-demand areas such as private equity and fund formation.
