Debevoise & Plimpton Expands Funds Team With Addition Of Shawn D’Aguiar

Debevoise & Plimpton Expands Funds Team With Addition Of Shawn D’Aguiar

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP has announced the addition of Shawn D’Aguiar to its London office as a partner in the Funds/Investment Management Group, further enhancing the firm’s renowned capabilities in funds management both in the UK and globally.

With a focus on fund structuring and formation, Shawn brings extensive experience advising clients across various sectors including private equity, private debt, infrastructure, and venture capital. He specializes in a wide array of fund strategies, encompassing impact and sustainable investing, emerging markets, incentive/carried interest schemes, and co-investment arrangements.

Prior to joining Debevoise, Shawn D’Aguiar served as a partner in Goodwin’s Private Investment Funds practice. He is admitted as a solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales, and was also admitted to the Bar in India.

“Our marquee funds practice is a core part of the firm, and one in which we have consistently invested to ensure we provide a premium offering throughout our network. Welcoming Shawn to the team in London is the latest step in that strategy,” said Peter Furci, Presiding Partner at Debevoise. “Shawn’s arrival will further our strong positioning in the private equity market and supports our continued growth.”

Rebecca Silberstein, Global Chair of Debevoise’s Funds/Investment Management Group, praised D’Aguiar’s experience and ability said: “Shawn’s experience and ability make him a strong addition to an extremely talented team of European and UK fund lawyers. Shawn is particularly well-suited to join our globally integrated team, because he has guided, and established himself as a trusted advisor to, leading global fund managers. Whether managing scale or untangling complexity, he’s consistently delivered for his clients. We’re thrilled to be welcoming him to our team.”

Geoffrey Kittredge, European Chair of Debevoise’s Funds/Investment Management Group, lauded Shawn as a multi-faceted funds lawyer and said, “Shawn is widely recognized as a multi-faceted funds lawyer who advises on all aspects of fund formation, including capital raising, carry planning, separate accounts, co-investments and continuation vehicle arrangements. Our practice is built to help private fund sponsors on every aspect of their investment fund platform, and Shawn’s experience makes him an ideal fit for that approach.”

In response to his appointment, Shawn D’Aguiar expressed his enthusiasm saying “Debevoise has a premier reputation in the funds world, and has long been at the forefront of not only the largest matters, but often the most interesting and innovative ones too. I’m excited to join a firm known for its strong and collaborative culture, and look forward to getting started.”