Cooley LLP, a prominent law firm known for its strong focus on technology and life sciences sectors, announced a strategic recruitment to bolster its fund formation practice. Aalok Virmani has joined the firm as a tax partner in its Chicago office, enhancing its capabilities in fund formation with his extensive expertise in tax-efficient fund structuring and transactions.
Virmani’s move to Cooley represents a significant shift in his career as he transitions from DLA Piper, bringing with him a wealth of experience in working with investment sponsors. His work involves structuring tax-efficient arrangements pertaining to capital commitments, management fees, and carried interests. Virmani’s expertise extends to advising on complex secondary transactions, continuation funds, and general partner minority-stake deals.
As Cooley looks to strengthen its presence in the competitive fund formation market, the addition of Virmani is seen as a strategic move to enhance the firm’s offering. This recruitment is expected to provide Cooley’s clients with enhanced solutions and insights into sophisticated tax matters related to fund formation and management. The firm officially announced Virmani’s appointment this week, marking another step in its strategic growth and expansion in the legal field.
To read the full announcement from Cooley on this appointment, visit their website. Additional details about Virmani’s career and his specific contributions to the legal landscape are also covered by Bloomberg Law.