Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is renowned for its activity on challenging, high-value fundraisings. The firm’s enviable client list includes some of Europe’s largest private equity sponsors and private credit firms of global significance. Routinely engaged on high-profile, high-value work, practice co-founder Jason Glover recently advised on one of the largest-ever European buy-out funds, while team head Gareth Earl worked with a significant private equity firm to establish a multi-billion Euro buyout fund. Leading private sponsors regularly turn to Seema Shah for assistance with important fund formations and matters relating to secondary funds. Robert Lee is noted for his ability to act for funds covering the full range of investment strategies and alternative investment classes. James Board has amassed considerable experience acting for sponsors setting up single investor funds and managed accounts. Edward Ford strengthens the practice with his knowledge of secondaries and single-asset continuation funds. Owen Lysak regularly works with private funds and asset managers on issues concerning UK and EU financial regulatory frameworks.
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  • ‘The STB team is always very reactive and perfectly organized so that the service never stops even when multiple topics are going live and all being urgent.’

  • ‘I work with Gareth Earl, Dan Lloyd, Wilson Szet and Max Gordon. They all perfectly know what is market practice and how to solve a complex issue. They always provide us with the right advice mixing regulatory constraints and pragmatism.’

  • ‘Deserving of their market-leading reputation. Unparalleled experience in advising large buyout funds which means they are awash with market intel. An impressive bench of partners, associates and paralegals means they can seamlessly handle multiple fundraisings. ’

  • ‘Daniel Lloyd is an exceptional funds partner. Super responsive and client-focused. Nothing is too much trouble. He knows the market incredibly well and can provide insights that go way beyond his technical legal knowledge.

  • ‘Market-leading insights from a brilliant, committed and responsive team. Advisers that truly add commercial value in the fundraising process.’

  • ‘Jason Glover continues to be a beacon to the industry; he brings clients a unique blend of experience, insight, financial and legal acumen and rigour to the fundraising process.' 

  • 'Robert Lee is very experienced and has smart insights into areas of improvement on terms and processes. A very safe pair of hands to entrust your fundraising with.' 
  • 'Victoria Hartman is an excellent operator and project manager for fundraising. Dependable, responsive and approaching projects with energy and enthusiasm.’

Kernmandanten

  • The Blackstone Group
  • CVC Capital
  • EQT
  • Apax
  • Cinven
  • Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
  • Ares Management
  • Bridgepoint
  • Astorg
  • Coller Capital

Anwält*innen

Hall of fame

Die Anwält*innen an der Spitze ihres Berufsstands, die aufgrund ihres langjährigen Engagements in marktführender Arbeit von Wettbewerbern und Mandanten gleichermaßen geschätzt und anerkannt werden.

Führende Partner*innen

Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.

Partner*innen der nächsten Generation

Juniorpartner*innen, die im Markt von Mandanten und Wettbewerbern anerkannt werden und in einigen Mandaten eine Schlüsselrolle einnehmen.

James Board
Owen Lysak

Praxisleitung

Gareth Earl

Weitere Kernanwält*innen

Jason Glover; Seema Shah; Robert Lee; Edward Ford; Daniel Lloyd; James Board; Owen Lysak; Stephanie Biggs; Sacha Grofton-Salmond; Beth Cowen; Vasanth Padaki; Matt Feehily; Wilson Szet