DECHERT LLP


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Dechert Bolsters Fintech and Crypto Regulatory Expertise with Key Strategic Hire Neel Maitra

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

"The arrival of Neel is testament to the growth and innovation of our financial services practice and the firm at large," said Dave Forti, co-chair of Dechert.

Key Points: 
  • "The arrival of Neel is testament to the growth and innovation of our financial services practice and the firm at large," said Dave Forti, co-chair of Dechert.
  • Mr. Maitra, joining from a Silicon Valley-based law firm, is a seasoned practitioner with a focus on the fintech and financial services sectors.
  • His client base includes large venture capital firms, crypto trading platforms, start-ups and major financial institutions exploring the crypto asset space.
  • Mr. Maitra shared, "I am excited to bring my regulatory and fintech expertise to Dechert's financial services practice.

Dechert Moves Its San Francisco Office and Continues to Focus on Growth in the Market

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today that it has officially moved its San Francisco office from One Bush Street to 45 Fremont Street, which signifies the firm's long-term commitment to California and its continued growth in the market.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today that it has officially moved its San Francisco office from One Bush Street to 45 Fremont Street, which signifies the firm's long-term commitment to California and its continued growth in the market.
  • The space, which is significantly larger than the previous location, is optimally designed to be more efficient, foster more team communication and allow for continued growth.
  • Expansion in San Francisco and California more broadly remains a key priority for the firm, and we believe that our new office space reflects the firm's commitment."
  • The office also supported several local charities that help homeless youths, food banks, children's literacy and more.

Dechert Strengthens M&A and Private Equity Capabilities with Addition of Brian Miner

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Brian Miner as a partner in its corporate and securities practice group, further bolstering the firm's capabilities in middle market private equity and M&A.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Brian Miner as a partner in its corporate and securities practice group, further bolstering the firm's capabilities in middle market private equity and M&A.
  • Miner joins Dechert from a New York-based law firm, where he served as co-chair of the M&A and securities group.
  • "Brian's breadth of experience advising private equity and other alternative asset management firms is directly aligned with our goal to deepen our private equity and M&A practice.
  • Our global team advises private equity, private credit and other alternative asset managers on flexible solutions at every phase of the investment life cycle.

Dechert Advises Yodel on the Sale of its Business

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

LONDON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert advised the Board of Yodel Delivery Network Limited and its various group companies on the sale of Yodel, a parcel delivery business, with Weil acting as transaction counsel on the sale.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert advised the Board of Yodel Delivery Network Limited and its various group companies on the sale of Yodel, a parcel delivery business, with Weil acting as transaction counsel on the sale.
  • The sale allowed the business to be sold on a solvent basis and save 10,000 jobs.
  • The transaction involved the Yodel business being acquired by YDLGP, a newly formed company.
  • Dechert has a market-leading financial restructuring team across the United States, Europe and Asia with experience representing clients across the globe.

Dechert Continues to Expand Private Credit and Leveraged Finance Capabilities with Addition of Eliot L. Relles

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Eliot L. Relles as a partner in its corporate and securities practice group, further enhancing the firm's capabilities in leveraged finance and private credit.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Eliot L. Relles as a partner in its corporate and securities practice group, further enhancing the firm's capabilities in leveraged finance and private credit.
  • His areas of expertise include acquisition financing, leveraged lending, structured financial arrangements, asset-based lending, work-outs, restructurings and debtor-in-possession loans.
  • His lender-side private credit work aligns perfectly with our vision to bolster our leveraged finance capabilities.
  • By tapping into the breadth of Dechert's expertise, the firm's lawyers deliver advice on fund finance, real estate finance, structured finance, leveraged finance and securitization matters.

Dechert Strengthens Funds Expertise With Addition of Cynthia Beyea

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Cynthia Beyea as a partner in its global financial services group, further bolstering the firm's capabilities in registered funds.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Cynthia Beyea as a partner in its global financial services group, further bolstering the firm's capabilities in registered funds.
  • Joining from Eversheds, Ms. Beyea brings over two decades of experience to Dechert.
  • She specializes in advising mutual funds, closed-end funds, exchange-traded funds, business development companies, investment company boards of directors, and investment advisers.
  • The addition of Cindy, with her deep expertise in closed-end funds, including interval funds, significantly enhances our capabilities and underscores our commitment to serving our clients in this area," said Mark Thierfelder, co-chair of Dechert.

Dechert Report Reveals Private Equity Firms' Resilience and Adaptability Amid Economic Challenges

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Monday, November 6, 2023

LONDON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP, in partnership with Mergermarket, announced today the release of their 6th annual Global Private Equity Outlook report. This latest edition of the report provides a comprehensive analysis of the private equity (PE) market, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP, in partnership with Mergermarket, announced today the release of their 6th annual Global Private Equity Outlook report.
  • This latest edition of the report provides a comprehensive analysis of the private equity (PE) market, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2024.
  • The report reveals that despite a challenging year marked by rising interest rates and slower growth, successful private equity firms are adapting to the changing environment.
  • The private equity market continues to evolve, demonstrating its resilience and capacity to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

Dechert Report Reveals Private Equity Firms' Resilience and Adaptability Amid Economic Challenges

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP, in partnership with Mergermarket, announced today the release of their 6th annual Global Private Equity Outlook report. This latest edition of the report provides a comprehensive analysis of the private equity (PE) market, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dechert LLP, in partnership with Mergermarket, announced today the release of their 6th annual Global Private Equity Outlook report.
  • This latest edition of the report provides a comprehensive analysis of the private equity (PE) market, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2024.
  • The report reveals that despite a challenging year marked by rising interest rates and slower growth, successful private equity firms are adapting to the changing environment.
  • The private equity market continues to evolve, demonstrating its resilience and capacity to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

PRIVATE CREDIT FUNDS ENTER AGE OF CUSTOMISATION

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Published by the Alternative Credit Council, the private credit affiliate of the Alternative Investment Management Association, and global law firm Dechert LLP, In Partnership: Trends in Private Credit Fund Structuring ("In Partnership") identifies three key trends that are driving this change:

Key Points: 
  • Published by the Alternative Credit Council, the private credit affiliate of the Alternative Investment Management Association, and global law firm Dechert LLP, In Partnership: Trends in Private Credit Fund Structuring ("In Partnership") identifies three key trends that are driving this change:
    Greater investor demand for structures that provide customised exposure to private credit strategies;
    Growing appetite for hybrid and evergreen funds; and
    Growing appetite of private credit fund managers to raise capital from retail clients.
  • 80% of surveyed private credit managers report managing capital through a combination of commingled funds and other vehicles.
  • In Partnership also provides insights into the growing appetite of private credit funds to raise capital from retail investors.
  • The research draws on survey data from 40 private credit fund managers representing an estimated US$800 billion private credit assets under management and interviews with leading private credit fund managers.

PRIVATE CREDIT FUNDS ENTER AGE OF CUSTOMISATION

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, September 14, 2023

Published by the Alternative Credit Council, the private credit affiliate of the Alternative Investment Management Association, and global law firm Dechert LLP, In Partnership: Trends in Private Credit Fund Structuring ("In Partnership") identifies three key trends that are driving this change:

Key Points: 
  • Published by the Alternative Credit Council, the private credit affiliate of the Alternative Investment Management Association, and global law firm Dechert LLP, In Partnership: Trends in Private Credit Fund Structuring ("In Partnership") identifies three key trends that are driving this change:
    Greater investor demand for structures that provide customised exposure to private credit strategies;
    Growing appetite for hybrid and evergreen funds; and
    Growing appetite of private credit fund managers to raise capital from retail clients.
  • 80% of surveyed private credit managers report managing capital through a combination of commingled funds and other vehicles.
  • In Partnership also provides insights into the growing appetite of private credit funds to raise capital from retail investors.
  • The research draws on survey data from 40 private credit fund managers representing an estimated US$800 billion private credit assets under management and interviews with leading private credit fund managers.