Hedge Fund Law and Finance: Regulation, Compliance, and Risk Management

Hedge funds have become one of the most popular investment vehicles in the world, with over $2 trillion in total assets. With the growth in popularity, regulation of hedge funds has become more detailed and more complex. Designed for lawyers and other professionals, Hedge Fund Law and Finance provides an overview of U.S. and international laws that govern hedge funds, with special emphasis placed on legal issues surrounding the launch of new funds; sales/marketing legal issues; and ongoing regulatory compliance. Specifics include:
• Manager fiduciary obligations
• Dodd-Frank compliance requirements
• Regulatory enforcement and litigation
• Overview of hedge fund investment strategies

Detailed and authoritative, the book will serve as valuable guide for lawyers and hedge fund professionals who need to be conversant with industry legal and compliance issues.