Charles is an experienced lawyer specialising in transactional, advisory and regulatory work within the asset management and investment funds sector. Charles focuses particularly on private funds, encompassing private equity, real estate, infrastructure, credit, and other alternative asset classes.
Investment and Transactional Activities
His practice spans a wide range of transactional and investment activities, including fund formation, indirect investments, and advising on joint ventures and managed accounts. His expertise extends to advising fund managers on co-investments, carry schemes, management company structuring, secondary transactions, and the ongoing maintenance of their fund products.
Advisory Services for Industry Stakeholders
Charles advises managers, promoters, administrators, placement agents, custodians, and other service providers. He provides guidance on operational, compliance, and regulatory issues, the negotiation of commercial agreements, and the navigation of complex cross-border promotion.
Institutional Investor Representation
Charles also regularly advises major institutional investors, including sovereign wealth funds and pension funds, on the terms of their fund investments. He is skilled at highlighting legal risk issues and negotiating terms for all types of co-investments, managed accounts, continuation vehicles, and similar structures, as well as on secondary sales.
Global Scope and Industry Knowledge
Charles's practice is global in scope, with significant experience in the key asset management hubs in Europe and worldwide, making him a valuable asset to clients seeking comprehensive legal support in the investment funds sector.
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