It’s my absolute pleasure to share an exciting update on our historic combination with Hogan Lovells. Partners at both firms have overwhelmingly approved the merger, marking a decisive step forward for Hogan Lovells Cadwalader. We plan to launch on July 1. In case you didn’t see it, here’s our official press release, which includes a sneak preview of our combined firm’s logo:
While the colors or the full name of our firm on our business cards many change, two things have stayed the same this year: Fund finance remains the critical driver of accelerating growth for a global economy, and our work to ensure your strategic position in this growth is our top priority. Thanks to the invaluable trust you put in us, our Fund Finance practice is on pace for a record year in 2026. We are leading the charge in lender commitments and in the development of innovative facility structures to transform this space.
Against this backdrop, our clients and our people have been incredibly enthusiastic and supportive of our plans to form Hogan Lovells Cadwalader. That’s been so gratifying to us – as has the very encouraging interest from the lateral market. Lawyers and fund finance professionals want to be part of what we are building; we have hired more than 25 Fund Finance lawyers in the past year, and 15 thus far this year, to keep up with client demand. And watch this space – as we build a global firm with the strongest transatlantic platform anchored in the most important financial centers around the world, we expect to keep growing our team and expanding our reach. We will continue to invest more in you.
As we progress toward an official merger effective date, we will be sure to keep you updated on our progress and answer any questions you have. In the meantime, on behalf of the best Fund Finance practice in the profession, consisting of an incredible team of dedicated professionals I am grateful to call colleagues and friends, thank you for continuing to consider us to help you achieve your goals.
Wes