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For over a decade Will has advised global managers and investors on the structuring and operation of alternative investment funds and joint ventures investing into real estate, infrastructure, private equity, credit and natural capital. Will’s practice also encompasses separately managed accounts (SMAs), co-investments, platform and corporate real estate transactions and the full spectrum of investment advisory matters.

Will is recognised as a Next Generation Partner by the Legal 500 UK having previously been recognised as a Rising Star (2023) and Leading Associate (2024) and is described in the Legal 500 UK as “top in knowledge; top in delivery”.

Will acts for a range of institutions and private equity managers including PATRIZIA, ICG plc, Federated Hermes, QuadReal, the Pension Protection Fund, Savills IM and M&G.

In addition to his time in private practice, Will previously served as sole in-house counsel at Cromwell Property Group, advising their European real estate business on joint ventures, product launches and structured transactions.

Memberships & Roles

  • The Association of Real Estate Funds (AREF) FutureGen, Committee.
  • CMS Associates’ Funds Forum, Chair.

Education

  • 2015 – MA, Corporate Finance, BPP University, London
  • 2010 – Graduate Diploma in Law, College of Law, York
  • 2009 – BA (Hons), History, University of York, York

Insights by William

Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD 2) - What do I need to know?

19 Nov 2025 6 min read

UK Reserved Investor Fund (RIF) – What do I need to know?

05 Mar 2025 4 min read

CMS Funds Group | Back to Basics briefings

23 May 2024 1 min read

AIFMD passport update – European Commission sets "deadlines"

26 Jan 2016 2 min read
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