Greenberg Traurig adds Sheldon Hunt Laing to New York private funds group
- Greenberg Traurig adds Sheldon Hunt Laing as a shareholder to its New York office
- Laing joins from Kirkland & Ellis LLP with expertise in private fund formation
- His practice covers buyout, growth equity, venture funds, and complex investment structures
- Ejim Peter Achi notes Laing complements the firm's lifecycle support for fund clients
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added Sheldon Hunt Laing as a shareholder to its Private Funds Group in New York. The appointment strengthens the firm’s capabilities in advising private fund sponsors on formation and compliance matters.
Laing joins from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he advised clients on the formation, operation, and compliance of private investment vehicles. His practice covers buyout, growth equity, and late-stage venture funds, alongside co-investment vehicles and continuation funds.
Practice Focus
Laing’s expertise extends to governance, investor relations, and strategic considerations for private funds. He advises both established and emerging sponsors on complex investment structures, including separately managed accounts.
Richard A. Rosenbaum, Executive Chairman of Greenberg Traurig, noted that Laing brings a client-focused approach aligned with the firm’s culture. "We continue to attract talented lawyers with experience, global perspective, and a track record of advising on sophisticated matters," Rosenbaum said.
Strategic Expansion
Ejim Peter Achi, co-chair of Greenberg Traurig’s Global Corporate and Private Equity practices, stated that Laing’s practice complements the firm’s ability to support clients throughout a fund’s lifecycle. Achi is also co-managing shareholder of the New York office.
Laing highlighted the firm’s strong Corporate Practice and expressed excitement about collaborating with attorneys across the firm. "I see tremendous opportunity to collaborate with attorneys across the firm and help expand the services we provide to clients," Laing said.
Background
Laing earned his LL.B., cum laude, and a B.Soc.Sc. in Social Anthropology and Law from the University of Cape Town. He is admitted to practice in New York and speaks Afrikaans and English.
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