Zeeshan Ahmedani

Zeeshan "Zee" Ahmedani is a Partner at A&O Shearman, specializing in investment funds and asset management. Here's a comprehensive overview of his professional background:

Professional Experience

Zee is currently a Partner in the Global Funds practice at A&O Shearman, based in Los Angeles.15 He joined Allen & Overy (now A&O Shearman) in October 2022, moving from Goodwin Procter where he had been a partner for about a year and a half.6

Expertise

Zee's primary focus is on advising investment managers and sponsors on various aspects of private investment funds:

• Organization and establishment of funds in both U.S. and non-U.S. jurisdictions
• Specializes in real estate funds, venture capital funds, private equity funds, hedge funds, distressed funds, hybrid funds, and Shari'ah-compliant funds
• Represents managers, placement agents, and sponsors globally across various investment and capital raising strategies2

He also provides counsel on:

• Establishment of management companies and compensation arrangements
• U.S. regulatory issues, including investment advisory, investment company, ERISA, and distribution strategy
• Representing institutional investors on their alternative asset portfolios2

Notable Achievements

Zee is recognized for his expertise in the legal field:

• Member of the Advisory Board for Mindshift Capital3
• Involved in A&O Shearman's "Women in Funds" initiative, participating in interviews with industry leaders4

Education

Zee received his legal education from the USC Gould School of Law.3

LinkedIn Profile

His LinkedIn username is indeed zeeshanahmedani, as mentioned in the query.3

Zeeshan Ahmedani's addition to A&O Shearman (formerly Allen & Overy) was part of the firm's strategy to enhance its U.S. funds practice and global offering in the investment management sector.15