Kirkland & Ellis LLP

The practice group at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, which is praised for its ‘exceptional responsiveness’, is regularly instructed by major private equity houses seeking assistance with the formation of private equity funds. The team is directed by Raphaël Bloch, who is noted for his ’great professionalism’ and is well-versed in advising European capital sponsors on the establishment and operation of funds, as well as on GP-led fund restructurings. A recent mandate of note saw the team advise Antin Infrastructure Partners on the formation of Antin Infrastructure Fund V.