Kate Longman

Managing Associate

London

Kate is an investment funds specialist, known for her expertise in listed closed-ended investment companies.

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Awards and Recognition

“Kate Longman is excellent. She has a no-nonsense approach and consistently delivers.”

“Kate Longman is great - very responsive to queries, and pragmatic and sensible with advice.”

Legal 500

“She knows her stuff and just gets on with the job in a no-fuss manner. I can rely on Kate to deliver.”

Chambers

Biography

Language - English
Jurisdiction - England & Wales

Kate is a managing associate in Stephenson Harwood's market leading investment funds team. She regularly advises listed investment companies and investment banks on IPOs, secondary issues and reconstructions.

Kate’s practice also encompasses financial services regulatory advice relating to the investment management sector.

Kate is well-regarded in the listed closed-ended investment funds space and clients appreciate her pragmatic approach and consistent delivery.

Experience

Invesco Asia Dragon Trust
Advised the company on its combination with Asia Dragon Trust pursuant to a scheme of reconstruction
The European Smaller Companies Trust
Advised the company on its defence against a requisitioning shareholder and subsequent cash and in specie tender offers
JPMorgan Japanese Investment Trust
Advised the company on its combination with JPMorgan Japan Small Cap Growth & Income pursuant to a scheme of reconstruction

Henderson EuroTrust
Advised the company on its scheme of reconstruction and winding-up and transfer of assets to Henderson European Trust
Ashoka India Equity Investment Trust
Advised the company on its share issuance programme
Seraphim Space Investment Trust
Advised the company on its IPO