Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Fielding a large team with experienced practitioners who dedicated to registered funds, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is particularly adept in the launch of exchange traded funds, often first-of-their-kind and is strong in the novel investment products. The wider group is also strong on the regulatory side due to its strong relationships with Securities and Exchange Commission staff and other regulators, as well as strong knowledge of the US 1940 Act when it comes to the formation of exchange traded funds. The group’s clients include large asset managers investment portfolios. John McGuire leads the team out of Washington DC alongside Jack O’Brien in Philadelphia. McGuire has regulatory expertise in investments, is well-versed in the establishing and representation of exchange traded funds. O’Brien is strong on the transactional side, and is key for exchange-traded funds transactions. Laura Flores, based in the same location, is a go-to team member for providing regulatory assistance to private investment companies. Mark F. Parise in Hartford, who joined from Perkins Coie LLP in March 2024 adds to this regulatory expertise with strong securities regulation expertise. Thomas Harman in Washington DC, Timothy Levin in Philadelphia and Roger Joseph in Boston are well reputed in the registered funds space, particularly in assisting clients with 1940 Act exemption matters and other regulatory matters affecting fund managers.