About Wendy E. Cohen
Wendy Cohen, co-chair of the Investment Management and Funds group, understands the business realities and challenges of the competitive world of asset management. For three decades, asset managers have turned to her to navigate the minefield of regulation that governs the structuring and operation of private investment funds. From the largest and most established hedge funds to innovative players with alternative strategies, clients rely on Wendy to handle all legal issues that touch their businesses.
Customizing practical plans
Wendy knows that asset managers don't fit a single mold. She understands each of her client's businesses, and uses that understanding to suggest practical strategies that are commercial while minimizing the risk of regulatory violations. Those clients have rewarded her with their loyalty. A founder of an investment management firm noted, “We have worked with Wendy on all aspects of fund creation and financial market representation for over 30 years. She is truly exceptional. While expert in the law and with deep business knowledge, it is her personal representation and advocacy for her clients that sets her above and apart.” In an industry where personal connections matter, Wendy forges fast and long-standing relationships with clients large and small.
"[Wendy] transcends practicing law by taking the time to understand the nuances of our business and our objectives. She is always accessible and rapidly understands complex issues, identifies potential challenges that others don’t uncover and works tirelessly to efficiently solve the problems. When needed (and only when needed), she brings in subject matter experts at Katten to assist."
Founder of a hedge fund and CEO of a fintech company
Practice Focus
- Structuring, restructuring and marketing of private investment funds, with an emphasis on US and non-US hedge funds and funds of funds
- Regulatory and compliance matters affecting private investment funds, registered investment advisers, commodity pool operators and commodity trading advisors
- The Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Act of 1934, the Commodity Exchange Act, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Investment Company Act of 1940
- Asset manager employment and intellectual property matters
- Cryptocurrency matters
- Data security regulation
- Privacy laws in the US and EU
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June 14, 2022
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February 11, 2022
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February 3, 2022
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August 13, 2021
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Presentations and Events
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May 23, 2022Moderator | Beyond the Mission Statement: Quantifying DEI
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March 10, 2022
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May 19–21, 2021Speaker
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April 19, 2021Speaker
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March 18, 2021Speaker | Start Your Systems
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February 18, 2021Speaker
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November 11, 2020
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October 13, 2020Presenter | Board Service 2020 and Beyond, Pivoting to a New Normal
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June 18, 2020Moderator | Best Practices and Challenges to Address Going Forward
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