Partner - Head of Corporate Funds, London & Head of Private Capital & Funds sector
Alex is a leading investment funds expert, known for his commercial and pragmatic approach in guiding clients through complex transactions.
Languages – English
Jurisdictions – England and Wales
Alex is a partner in Stephenson Harwood's pre-eminent investment funds team, where he supports clients across the investment management sector in achieving their strategic goals. His clientele includes listed and private funds, investment and asset managers, as well as investment banks and brokers.
He provides comprehensive advice and support on the establishment, restructuring, and reorganisation of investment funds both in the UK and offshore, as well as acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and equity capital markets advisory work for both investment funds and investment managers. Alex's practice also encompasses financial services regulation, particularly in the investment management sector.
Clients value Alex's extensive knowledge and experience together with his ability to support their objectives efficiently and effectively. His reputation for handling high-profile deals and complex transactions has made him a sought-after adviser in the investment management sector.
Invesco Asia Trust
Advised the company on its combination with Asia Dragon pursuant to a scheme of reconstruction.
Mobius Investment Trust
Acted on the IPO of this new emerging markets fund.
GCP Asset-Backed Income Fund
Advised the company on its managed wind-down proposals.
City of London Investment Group plc
Advised the company on its acquisition of Karpus Investment Management.
Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust
Acted on the IPO of this fund investing in social impact investments.
JPMorgan Japanese Investment Trust
Advised the company on its combination with JPMorgan Japan Smaller Companies pursuant to a scheme of reconstruction.
Vietnam Enterprise Investments Limited
Acted on the admission to the Official List and the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
GCP Infrastructure Investments Limited
Advised on the implementation of the company's placing programme.
Geiger Counter Limited
Advised the company on its admission to the Official List and implementation of a subscription right issue.
BlackRock Throgmorton Trust plc
Advised the company on its secondary fundraising.