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Investment Funds & Private Equity

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LSW’s Investment Fund & Private Equity Practice is a distinguished entity proficient in managing the complexities of private equity and venture capital transactions.

Multi-Sector Advisory

Our team, with extensive experience across various sectors including media, technology, real estate, biotechnology, energy, and infrastructure—provides custom advisory services for a wide range of Private Equity funds, including infrastructure funds. We also extend our advisory services to sovereign wealth funds.

Support Throughout the Investment Journey

We provide advice at every stage of the life cycle of funds and investment vehicles, from fund formation, through investment strategy, transactions, and assisting portfolio companies.

ESG Transactions

Our expertise extends beyond traditional transactions. We prioritize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations, recognizing their importance in the current investment landscape. Click here if you want to learn more about our ESG practice.

Tax

We also offer advisory services on tax aspects of transactions when required. Click here to find more about our tax practice.

Commitment to Client Needs

At LSW, our commitment goes beyond facilitating transactions. We strive to ensure that each investment aligns with our clients’ specific needs, industry nuances, and the evolving paradigm of responsible investing.

Recognized by Rankings and Clients

LSW is consistently ranked in the Investment Funds category of the prestigious Legal 500 ranking annually. This recognition is a testament to our unwavering dedication to excellence and client satisfaction in the realm of investment funds and private equity.

Services

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Transactions:

Financing and Refinancing (e.g., bonds, bank financing)
Minority Investments, Co-Investments & Majority Investments
100% Share and Acquisition Buyouts
PIPE and PTP Transactions
Exit Strategies from Investments
Negotiations with Strategic Investors
IPO Assistance
Tax support

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Fund Formation and more:

Structuring
Risk management
Ongoing legal & tax support
Regulatory Compliance (SEC regulations, fund registration)

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Assisting Portfolio Companies:

Daily legal and tax support
Assistance with financing, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
Representation in complex matters pertaining to conflicts and ownership disputes
Conducting proceedings before administrative bodies
Governance framework establishment
Advising on incentive plans (ESOP)

Experience

Marlin Equity Partners

Advising Marlin Equity Partners on the acquisition of Medius Poland.

Pollen Street Capital

Advising Pollen Street Capital on the acquisition of BIK Brokers.

Barings BDV

Advising Barings BDV on the merger with MVC Capital.

USD 175 million

Value

Brookfield Infrastructure

Advising Brookfield Infrastructure in connection with the acquisition of Data4, a data center operator, from Axa IM.

Paine Schwartz Partners