Launching a new alternative investment fund?

Establishing a closed ended fund is a complex process with a wide range of variables to be considered and, at first glance, can seem overwhelming. While there is undoubtedly complexity in the detail of any establishment exercise, the broad-brush strokes of fund establishment are actually relatively straightforward and are often based on a few key drivers.

In this article, we will run through some of the key points that need to be considered in connection with the establishment of a fund and will then take a slightly deeper dive into what we consider to be one of the most important issues in this process – fund structuring.

What we’ll cover:

• Launching a fund
• Fund structuring:
  1. GP considerations
  2. Investor considerations
  3. Regulatory considerations
  4. Tax considerations