We provide strategic advisory services to banks and financial institutions seeking to extend credit to funds. Our team helps structure financing solutions that meet the specific needs of the fund, taking into account the unique risks and opportunities involved. We offer bespoke advice on credit facilities, capital calls, and other financial arrangements to ensure optimal outcomes for all parties involved.

Our lawyers have extensive experience in negotiating and structuring a wide range of credit facilities for funds. This includes subscription lines of credit, NAV (net asset value) facilities, and hybrid financing structures. We work closely with clients to design financing solutions that align with their investment strategies while managing risk and enhancing capital efficiency.

We handle all aspects of negotiating and drafting the legal documentation for fund financing transactions, ensuring that terms are clear, enforceable, and in the best interest of our clients. This includes loan agreements, security documentation, intercreditor agreements, and other necessary contractual arrangements.

The fund finance landscape is heavily regulated, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations is critical to the success of any transaction. Our team ensures that all fund financing structures are fully compliant with regulatory requirements, including those relating to tax, financial markets, and anti-money laundering laws. We provide clients with clear guidance on managing regulatory risk and ensuring the smooth approval of financing transactions.

We assist private equity funds in structuring and securing financing to support their investment strategies. This includes subscription credit facilities, leverage facilities, and other tailored financing solutions designed to optimise capital efficiency and support growth. Our team understands the nuances of private equity and works to ensure that financing arrangements align with the fund’s objectives and investor requirements.

For hedge funds, we offer specialised legal support for the structuring of financing transactions. This includes margin loans, repo transactions, and other forms of credit designed to enhance the fund’s investment capabilities. We work with hedge funds to create flexible, efficient financing arrangements that meet both regulatory requirements and investor expectations.

Real estate funds often require complex financing solutions to support large-scale projects or portfolios. Our team has extensive experience in structuring financing for real estate funds, including debt facilities secured by real estate assets, project financing, and joint ventures. We assist clients in structuring deals that align with market conditions and maximise the potential for returns.

Fund finance transactions are increasingly global, requiring expertise in managing cross-border issues. Our team has experience advising on fund financing transactions across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring that the legal framework is consistent and compliant with local laws. We provide seamless, integrated legal advice to navigate the complexities of international financing transactions.

Our team also assists with the restructuring and refinancing of existing fund financing arrangements. Whether funds are looking to optimise capital structure, extend maturities, or address underperformance, we provide strategic legal support to achieve the best possible outcome. We work closely with clients to develop refinancing strategies that enhance liquidity and mitigate risk.