Vedder is an international business-focused law firm serving sophisticated clients of all sizes and industries from offices across the U.S. and in the UK and Asia.

A Business Focused Law Firm With a Global Reach | Vedder

Vedder advises hundreds of registered funds of all sizes and in all stages of the fund lifecycle. We understand the challenges funds face as they grow and evolve. Whether structuring new vehicles, managing service arrangements or responding to regulatory inquiries, we focus on solutions that balance compliance and flexibility. 

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We have extensive experience in all types of fund matters. Our attorneys can assist with the following: 

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Structuring new mutual funds, ETFs, interval funds and closed-end funds

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Handling SEC registrations and exemptive applications, as well as regulatory filings

Addressing continuing disclosure obligations

Negotiating contracts related to distribution, brokerage, custody, shareholder servicing and insurance arrangements

Counseling independent directors on their duties and responsibilities under the law

Handling compliance matters, including shareholder meeting preparation and proxy solicitation

Advising on reporting requirements, promotional materials, advertising compliance and electronic distribution

Handling reorganizational matters, such as a reorganization to a Massachusetts business trust or a Delaware statutory trust

Trading in swaps, futures and options contracts and various hedging activities

Providing representation in administrative proceedings and in securities and commercial litigation matters

Reviewing and advising on insurance matters

Mutual Funds & ETFs

Insights & Events

Vedder Expands Washington DC Office with Addition of Experienced Investment Management Attorney David Baum

SEC Approves Generic Listing Standards for Commodity-Based ETPs

SEC Set to Approve ETF Share Class Exemptive Relief

SEC Staff Issues No-Action Relief Allowing State Trust Companies to Custody Crypto Assets for Registered Advisers and Funds

Shareholder Joseph M. Mannon Quoted in CNBC Article

Vedder Price Represents Tortoise Funds in Strategic Initiative

SEC Settles Enforcement Proceedings Against Adviser for Improperly Splitting Legal Fees with Mutual Fund Client

Vedder Price Recognized in Chambers Global in 2024

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