Partner
Los Angeles, CA
Timothy Spangler focuses his legal practice on the intersection of alternative investment management and financial technology innovations. He assists his clients with the formation, structuring and negotiation of private investment vehicles across numerous jurisdictions around the world. He regularly advises fund sponsors and promoters on the structuring and launch of hedge funds, private equity funds and venture capital funds, as well as with respect to their co-investment arrangements, internal partnerships and personal investments. On a selective basis, he advises potential investors in private investment funds. Timothy also has particular experience counseling clients on the ongoing compliance obligations of investment management firms operating in a rapidly evolving global regulatory landscape, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive.
Timothy also advises clients on the impact of blockchain, cryptocurrencies and digital assets on the financial services industry and the innovation economy. Timothy has practiced law around the world, including New York and London. He is a frequent author and speaker on issues regarding developments in alternative investment funds and financial technology.
When he is not working, you can find Timothy following the rising and falling fortunes of his beloved Fulham FC in the Premier League and beyond.
“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.”
Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy
That’s Entertainment by the Jam
Melbourne, Australia
Chicken Vindaloo with Garlic Naan and Onion Bhaji
David Hockney
If I didn’t work for a law firm, I’d run my own used book store.
Timothy Spangler focuses his legal practice on the intersection of alternative investment management and financial technology innovations. He assists his clients with the formation, structuring and negotiation of private investment vehicles across numerous jurisdictions around the world. He regularly advises fund sponsors and promoters on the structuring and launch of hedge funds, private equity funds and venture capital funds, as well as with respect to their co-investment arrangements, internal partnerships and personal investments. On a selective basis, he advises potential investors in private investment funds. Timothy also has particular experience counseling clients on the ongoing compliance obligations of investment management firms operating in a rapidly evolving global regulatory landscape, including the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive.
Timothy also advises clients on the impact of blockchain, cryptocurrencies and digital assets on the financial services industry and the innovation economy. Timothy has practiced law around the world, including New York and London. He is a frequent author and speaker on issues regarding developments in alternative investment funds and financial technology.
When he is not working, you can find Timothy following the rising and falling fortunes of his beloved Fulham FC in the Premier League and beyond.
Prior to joining Practus, Timothy served as a partner at Dechert in their Financial Services Group. He was also a partner at Sidley Austin, focusing on Investment Funds. Timothy’s work advising Franklin Templeton on development of the world’s first blockchain-based mutual fund was recognized for “Innovation in Creating New Standards” by the Financial Times in their Most Innovative Law Firms in North America for the Practice of Law list, where Dechert was also ranked among the top five firms.
In its 2022 edition of West Trailblazers, The American Lawyer recognized Timothy as among professionals in the region “who have moved the needle in the legal industry.” He was also recognized by The Legal 500 (US) in the areas of fintech and private equity funds, the most recent edition saying that he “is able to ‘issue spot’ like a fiend.” A past edition stated that Timothy was “accessible and helpful – he brings a global perspective to things.” Additionally, he was recognized in Chambers Global in the area of USA Investment Funds: Hedge Funds, Foreign Expert for UK. Timothy is listed in The Legal Media Group Guide to the World’s Leading Lawyers for Investment Funds in both the United States and the United Kingdom. He is also “Recommended” for his work with Investment Funds in The PLC Cross-Border Investment Funds Handbook and is mentioned in The International Who’s Who Legal for Private Funds.
Additionally, Tim has authored two books, linked below:
Legal Insights
At Practus, we handle complex and challenging legal matters. I look forward to talking to you about how we can best meet your goals.
CONTACT ME
