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Investment Funds

Overview

Serving clients on every continent, routinely named one of the top five law firms in the U.S. for its hedge fund practice, and frequently honored for outstanding results, Sadis is known nationally and internationally as a dominant force in the financial services sector.
Sadis & Goldberg is a leading investment funds law firm, advising hedge funds, private equity funds, and alternative investment firms on fund structuring, SEC compliance, and regulatory strategies. Our investment funds lawyers offer tailored solutions to fund managers and institutional investors navigating the complexities of fund formation and governance.

We represent several hundred investment advisers and related investment entities, including hedge funds, private equity funds, venture capital funds, real estate funds, buyout funds and commodity pools. The firm’s vast experience with many types of investment funds adds value and perspective to our legal advice and business acumen concerning all aspects of alternative investments.

Sadis & Goldberg routinely counsels investors, negotiates investments in funds, and is familiar with current trends of such investments. We also provide regulatory and compliance advice and representation in connection with regulatory enforcement proceedings involving the SEC, FINRA, the CFTC, various U.S. Attorney’s Offices, the FBI, and state and local agencies.

 

What Are Investment Funds?


Investment funds pool capital from multiple investors to invest in securities, real estate, and other asset classes. Common fund types include hedge funds, private equity funds, venture capital, and real estate investment funds. Legal structuring and compliance are essential to ensure regulatory adherence and investor protection.

 

Legal services for investment funds


Our investment funds attorneys provide legal services in:
  • Legal guidance on structuring hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital funds.
  • Regulatory compliance, advising on SEC, CFTC, and FINRA compliance for investment funds.
  • Legal counsel for registered and exempt investment advisers.
  • Fund governance and documentation support, including drafting and reviewing offering memoranda, partnership agreements, and subscription documents.
  • Assisting with offshore and cross-border fund formations and international investment strategies.
 

 

faqS ABOUT INVESTMENT FUNDS LEGAL SERVICES


Q: What legal requirements are involved in setting up an investment fund? 
A: Fund formation involves structuring entities, drafting offering documents, ensuring regulatory compliance, and defining investor agreements.

Q: What are the key differences between hedge funds and private equity funds? 
A: Hedge funds typically focus on liquid investments with flexible strategies, while private equity funds invest in private companies for long-term growth.

Q: What compliance requirements must investment funds meet? 
A: Funds must comply with SEC, CFTC, and FINRA regulations, including disclosures, investor protections, and operational oversight.

Q: How can Sadis & Goldberg assist with offshore fund structuring? 
A: We provide legal counsel for international fund formation, tax efficiency strategies, and jurisdictional compliance.
 

Experience


With decades of experience in fund formation and investment fund compliance, our attorneys provide strategic legal solutions tailored to fund managers, institutional investors, and financial professionals. Our investment funds lawyers stay ahead of regulatory changes to ensure seamless fund operations and mitigate legal risks.

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