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Valuation Reports and Fairness Opinions in Fund Finance: Purpose, Application, and Key Considerations

Valuation Reports and Fairness Opinions in Fund Finance: Purpose, Application, and Key Considerations

As the fund finance market continues to mature and transactions grow in complexity, valuation reports (or “valuations”) and...

Todd N. Bundrant, Mark C. Dempsey, Andrew H. Miles, Rachel B. Springer
Asset-Level Eligibility Series: Criteria to Consider When Assessing Borrowing Base Credit for Participation Interests

Asset-Level Eligibility Series: Criteria to Consider When Assessing Borrowing Base Credit for Participation Interests

This Legal Update explores the considerations that a warehouse lender should bear in mind when deciding whether to...

Linda E. Boss
Preferred Equity: Key Tax Considerations

Preferred Equity: Key Tax Considerations

This Legal Update concludes our three-part series on preferred equity in private capital markets, exploring key tax considerations...

Jason S. Bazar, Lucas Giardelli, Jonathan A. Dhanawade, Stephanie Wood, Amir A. Rousta
Transfer Restrictions in NAV Credit Facilities: Impact on Collateral and Market Solutions

Transfer Restrictions in NAV Credit Facilities: Impact on Collateral and Market Solutions

A common hurdle in Net Asset Value (NAV) credit facilities is the presence of transfer restrictions on equity interests. In this Legal Update, we explain how these transfer restrictions operate in NAV credit facilities, their practical implications, and potential solutions for navigating their complexities.

Kiel A. Bowen, Christoper N. Ellis, Megan L. Cicotte
Preferred Equity: Comparing Alternatives and Managing Legal Risks

Preferred Equity: Comparing Alternatives and Managing Legal Risks

This is the second in a three-part series on preferred equity in private capital markets. This Legal Update...

Jonathan A. Dhanawade, Todd N. Bundrant, Mark C. Dempsey, Ann Richardson Knox, Frederick C. Fisher, Matthew D. O’meara, Beth D. Vogel, Sheel Patel, Brian Trudgen, Ameer I. Ahmad, Jason S. Bazar, Brian M. Kent, Sean T. Scott, Frank J. Favia, Andrew J. Stanger, Amir A. Rousta, Stephanie Wood
Good Faith and Fair Dealing in Fund Finance Transactions

Good Faith and Fair Dealing in Fund Finance Transactions

Every contract is subject to an implied duty of good faith and fair dealing pursuant to principles established under common law, state statutes, and, with respect to certain contracts, including fund finance credit documentation, the Uniform Commercial Code (“UCC”). While lenders and borrowers are permitted to pursue their respective interests, they are obligated to act in good faith.

Kiel A. Bowen, Andrew H. Miles
Preferred Equity: Another Option in the Private Capital Liquidity Toolkit

Preferred Equity: Another Option in the Private Capital Liquidity Toolkit

This is the first in a three-part series on preferred equity. It examines the core features and principal...

Jonathan A. Dhanawade, Todd N. Bundrant, Mark C. Dempsey, Ann Richardson Knox, Frederick C. Fisher, Matthew D. O’meara, Beth D. Vogel, Sheel Patel, Brian Trudgen, Ameer I. Ahmad, Jason S. Bazar, Brian M. Kent, Sean T. Scott, Frank J. Favia, Andrew J. Stanger, Amir A. Rousta, Stephanie Wood
More is Not Always Better: FinCEN Grants Risk-Based Relief from Repeat Beneficial Ownership Verification Requirements

More is Not Always Better: FinCEN Grants Risk-Based Relief from Repeat Beneficial Ownership Verification Requirements

On February 13, 2026, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) issued an order granting exceptive relief to “covered...

Matthew Bisanz, Gina M. Parlovecchio, Brad A. Resnikoff, Kelly F. Truesdale
Upcoming Reporting Requirements for Venture Capital Companies with a Nexus to California

Upcoming Reporting Requirements for Venture Capital Companies with a Nexus to California

Venture capital companies with a nexus to California should be aware of new reporting requirements that become effective...

Liz Walsh
Delaware Chancery Court Enforces Capital Calls Based on Subscription Documents and Contract Terms in a Partnership Agreement

Delaware Chancery Court Enforces Capital Calls Based on Subscription Documents and Contract Terms in a Partnership Agreement

In a recent post-trial memorandum opinion, the Delaware Court of Chancery ordered specific performance of capital calls issued under a fund’s limited partnership agreement, reinforcing that capital commitments are enforceable as contractual obligations when clearly documented in a fund’s governing documents and subscription agreements.

Todd N. Bundrant, Mark C. Dempsey, McKay S. Harline