Going Private: Operational Considerations When Closing a Hedge Fund to Outside Investors (Part Two of Three)

Hedge fund managers weigh the decision to return outside capital and transition to a family office or other private investment structure in order to free themselves from investor burdens, gain performance advantages or reduce regulatory obligations. However, taking a hedge fund private may not be the panacea that it first appears, as ongoing regulatory obligations persist despite the lack of outside investors in the converted vehicle. See “Benefits and Burdens for Hedge Fund Managers in Establishing or Converting to a Family Office” (Jun. 6, 2014); and “Staff of SEC Division of Investment Management Clarifies the Scope of the Family Office Rule” (Feb. 9, 2012). This article, the second in a three-part series, examines the operational considerations a hedge fund manager faces when converting its hedge fund, including ongoing regulatory obligations and staffing concerns. The first article explored the “going private” trend and the factors a hedge fund manager should consider when deciding whether to convert a hedge fund, as well as the options available once that decision has been made. The third article will detail the mechanics for taking a hedge fund private, including redemption of outside investors and costs of conversion.

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