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17 partners recognised in the Lexology Index as global private funds thought leaders

Nov 17, 2025

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17 of our lawyers from across our global offices have been ranked in the Lexology Index – Private Funds 2025, formerly Who's Who Legal.

Our partners’ strong presence on the list reinforces our position as a trusted adviser to the leading global asset managers and financial institutions. With recognition across multiple jurisdictions, our lawyers demonstrate the strength and depth of our international investment funds practice.

Global Managing Partner, Ingrid Pierce, commented: ‘It’s great to see so many members of our team recognised among the leading practitioners globally. These rankings reflect our commitment to delivering market-leading advice and innovative solutions for clients in the private funds space.’

Congratulations to all lawyers listed:

Global Elite Thought Leaders

  • Ingrid Piece, Global Managing Partner, Cayman Islands

Thought leaders

  • Tom Cochrane, Partner, Dubai
  • Lucy Frew, Partner, Dubai
  • James Gaden, Partner, Hong Kong
  • Tim Ludford-Thomas, Partner, Cayman Islands
  • Caroline Williams, Partner, Cayman Islands
  • Hughie Wong, Partner, London
  • Daniel Wood, Office Managing Partner, London

Recommended lawyers:

  • Andrew Barker, Partner, Cayman Islands
  • Matthew Bloomfield, Partner, London
  • Craig Cordle, Partner, Guernsey
  • Mark Cummings, Partner, Hong Kong
  • Sarah Demerling, Partner, Bermuda
  • Melissa Lim, Partner, Cayman Islands
  • James Melen, Partner, Cayman Islands
  • Prasana, Partner, Cayman Islands,
  • Paul Waldron, Partner, British Virgin Islands

The rankings are based on independent research and highlight lawyers who demonstrate exceptional expertise in fund formation and regulatory matters.

Get in touch with our team to discuss how we can support your needs across fund formation and regulation.

Asset Management & Investment FundsRegulatory and Risk AdvisoryBermudaBritish Virgin IslandsCayman IslandsDubaiGuernseyHong KongLondon

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Ingrid Pierce
Ingrid Pierce

Ingrid Pierce

Global Managing Partner

Cayman Islands

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+1 345 814 4667

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Daniel Wood
Daniel Wood

Daniel Wood

Managing Partner

Dubai

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+971 4 363 7912

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+971 50 652 5633

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Tom Cochrane
Tom Cochrane

Tom Cochrane

Partner

Dubai

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+971 4 363 7913

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+971 50 653 5977

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Lucy Frew
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Lucy Frew

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Cayman Islands

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+1 345 814 4676

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+1 345 939 4676

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James Gaden
James Gaden

James Gaden

Partner

Hong Kong

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+852 2596 3433

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+852 9316 8070

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Tim Ludford-Thomas
Tim Ludford-Thomas

Tim Ludford-Thomas

Partner

Cayman Islands

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+1 345 914 6386

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+1 345 525 7307

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Caroline Williams
Caroline Williams

Caroline Williams

Partner

Cayman Islands

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+1 345 914 6342

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+1 345 525 7186

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Hughie Wong
Hughie Wong

Hughie Wong

Partner

London

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+44 (0) 2072 204 982

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+44 (0) 7827 368 432

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