In November 2023, after several years of negotiation, the Council of the European Union published the detailed compromise text for the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) II.

While the introduction of the AIFMD a decade ago imposed what were, at the time, substantial changes to the regulation of alternative funds, the AIFMD II text is not so radical and, except for important changes in requirements relating to loan originating AIFs, does not amount to a rewiring of the AIFMD framework.

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Photo of Dr. Kati Beckmann Dr. Kati Beckmann

Kati Beckmann is a partner in the German Finance Group with a focus on investment law, acquisition and corporate finance as well as financial restructurings.

She advises sponsors and investors on fund formations, investments in and marketing of funds, as well as on

Kati Beckmann is a partner in the German Finance Group with a focus on investment law, acquisition and corporate finance as well as financial restructurings.

She advises sponsors and investors on fund formations, investments in and marketing of funds, as well as on regulatory requirements for specific institutional investors. Kati has also a wide-ranging experience in advising clients on the borrower and lender side regarding national and cross-border financing, refinancing transaction and in workout and insolvency scenarios or in connection with distressed loan investments (NPLs).

Prior to joining the firm, Kati spent several years working for Olswang Germany, the banking team of Freshfields in London and Frankfurt/Main and the finance group of CMS Hasche Sigle in Berlin.

Photo of Steven Cowins Steven Cowins

Steven Cowins, Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Real Estate Funds Practice, focuses his practice on private equity and fund formation matters. He regularly advises clients in establishing funds and joint ventures, structured acquisitions and dispositions, and investment in alternative asset classes. His clients…

Steven Cowins, Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Real Estate Funds Practice, focuses his practice on private equity and fund formation matters. He regularly advises clients in establishing funds and joint ventures, structured acquisitions and dispositions, and investment in alternative asset classes. His clients include fund managers, funds, family offices and financial institutions on high-profile matters across Europe and in London.

In The Legal 500 UK 2023, Steven is recognised as a Leading Individual. The Guide quotes a source saying “Steve Cowins is a top-notch real estate funds lawyer. Practical, commercial and personable. He understands the industry extremely well. Much more than ‘just a lawyer’.” He is also referred to as “an exceptionally talented partner, who is a valuable asset to all of his clients. Steven is flexible and adaptable to his clients’ needs and is always able to navigate them through the various challenges they face.”

Photo of Tim Dolan Tim Dolan

Tim Dolan advises clients on UK and European financial services matters, utilising his background of working for international financial services regulators. He focuses on whether institutions and fund structures are subject to UK and European regulation and on advising on the interpretation of…

Tim Dolan advises clients on UK and European financial services matters, utilising his background of working for international financial services regulators. He focuses on whether institutions and fund structures are subject to UK and European regulation and on advising on the interpretation of the Financial Conduct Authority’s and the Prudential Regulatory Authority’s rule books. He supports firms and individuals when they need to engage with financial services regulators (including with breach; change of control and waiver notifications as well as authorisations) and helps clients (typically fund managers; investment firms; banks; and payment firms) prepare for regulatory change. Increasingly Tim is also advising fund managers and institutions on the impact of ESG regulation.

Photo of Wietse de Jong Wietse de Jong

Wietse de Jong focuses his practice on the structuring of financial products and capital market transactions, including setting up banks, investment funds, structured products, and the issue of listed and over-the-counter debt and equity securities. Wietse has worked on other financial industry transactions,

Wietse de Jong focuses his practice on the structuring of financial products and capital market transactions, including setting up banks, investment funds, structured products, and the issue of listed and over-the-counter debt and equity securities. Wietse has worked on other financial industry transactions, including initial public offerings (IPO) and pre-offering equity financing, venture capital, joint ventures, and the sale and purchase of banks, asset managers and other regulated financial institutions such as pension funds and insurance companies.

Wietse has also defended many financial institutions in securities litigations, including class actions. He also held positions with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (Office of International Corporation Finance) and the Dutch Financial Markets Authority.

Photo of Marc E. Snell Marc E. Snell

Marc Snell advises fund managers, investors, financial institutions and family offices on fundraisings and investment management. Marc also has broad experience advising on co-investment structures, segregated mandates, joint ventures, club arrangements and platform investments. Marc is recognised in The Legal 500 UK 2023

Marc Snell advises fund managers, investors, financial institutions and family offices on fundraisings and investment management. Marc also has broad experience advising on co-investment structures, segregated mandates, joint ventures, club arrangements and platform investments. Marc is recognised in The Legal 500 UK 2023, with one source saying he goes “the extra mile to really understand what we are seeking to achieve.”

Photo of Peter Zingel Peter Zingel

Peter Zingel is an Associate in the Corporate/M&A team. He advises national and international clients on M&A transactions (share deals and asset deals), the structuring of joint ventures, and all general matters of corporate law.