How to Start and Grow a Successful Hedge Fund in Europe

As the global market for hedge funds continues to evolve, Europe remains a key market for both the establishment and selling of hedge funds. This fourth edition written and sponsored by experienced practitioners from Credit Suisse and Dechert LLP, contains critical information on all aspects of establishing and operating a hedge fund. The editorial content will be broadened to include information that will help already established hedge funds grow. The book will be prefaced by an overview of the hedge fund industry in Europe.

Table of Contents:

Chapter One: London, the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and the Need for Authorisation
Peter Astleford, Dick Frase and Richard Heffner, Dechert LLP.

Chapter Two: Key Considerations in Structuring a Hedge Fund
Peter Astleford and Mark Stapleton, Dechert LLP

Chapter Three: Key Considerations in Selling Hedge Funds to European Investors
Dechert LLP.

Chapter Four: Key Considerations in Selling Hedge Funds to US Investors
Dechert LLP.

Chapter Five: Institutions
Dechert LLP

Chapter Six: Key Considerations in Choosing a Prime Broker
Credit Suisse Prime Services Coverage Team, Credit Suisse.

Chapter Seven: How to Start a Successful Hedge Fund in Europe in 2009
Advanced Prime Services Team, Credit Suisse

Chapter Eight: Hedge Fund Outsourcing
Advanced Prime Services Team, Credit Suisse.

Chapter Nine: Anchor Investment: a Key Determinant of a Successful Hedge Fund Launch
Capital Services Team, Credit Suisse.

Chapter Ten: Fund Administration
Marshall Saffer, Viteos Fund Services

Chapter Eleven: The Role of Independent Directors
Geoff Ruddick, International Management Services Inc.