Dechert Strengthens Private Funds Practice with New Partner Additions
Dechert LLP enhances its financial services and private funds capabilities by welcoming Arina Lekhel and Megha Kalbag as partners, signaling a strategic expansion to meet growing client demands in asset management and regulatory navigation.
Dechert LLP has announced the addition of Arina Lekhel and Megha Kalbag as partners in its New York office, a move that significantly bolsters the firm's private funds, rated notes, and derivatives transactions capabilities. This expansion reflects Dechert's commitment to providing innovative and tailored solutions to clients in the asset management sector.
David Forti, co-chair of Dechert, highlighted the importance of Lekhel and Kalbag's expertise in enhancing the firm's service offerings. Their arrival is expected to strengthen Dechert's position in handling complex fund formations, rated and CLO equity funds, and derivatives transactions, areas that are experiencing rapid growth and innovation.
Arina Lekhel brings over 20 years of experience in asset-backed private funds, credit funds, and private equity funds, among others. Her focus on fund formation and compliance will be invaluable to clients navigating the investment landscape. Megha Kalbag's expertise in securities and commodities regulation, including digital asset regulation and financial market infrastructure, will provide clients with critical guidance in an evolving regulatory environment.
The addition of Lekhel and Kalbag follows the recent hiring of Joseph Dennis in London, further expanding Dechert's global financial services and investment management team. With nearly 200 lawyers specializing in financial services, Dechert continues to lead in providing comprehensive legal solutions to clients worldwide.