Peter Laybourn

Peter Laybourn is a partner at Ropes & Gray LLP, a prestigious international law firm, where he serves as the co-head of the private funds group.

Peter specializes in providing legal advice to private equity funds on various matters related to raising capital and their internal operations.

With a wealth of experience, Peter is involved in the formation of a diverse range of funds including private equity, venture capital, credit funds, and funds-of-funds for both emerging and established firms.

He also assists fund sponsors in structuring their internal firm setups and governance while actively engaging in negotiations for domestic and international transactions, including spinoffs and general corporate and securities issues.

Peter Laybourn's educational background includes studying at Gl. Hellerup Gymnasium, completing a J.D. as a visiting student at Harvard Law School, earning a J.D. in Law from Duke University School of Law, and obtaining a Cand.Jur. in Law from Københavns Universitet.

Peter's professional journey includes positions as an Associate, Summer Associate, and currently as a Partner at Ropes & Gray LLP.