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Funds and investment structures

Funds and investment structures

  • Legal support for formation, administration, and capital protection
  • Compliance and risk management: AML/KYC, sanctions screening, disclosures, and conflict of interest management

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About the service

iWorld provides legal support for the formation, administration, and capital protection of funds and investment structures. The service includes structuring investment solutions in line with regulatory requirements and investor interests, preparing and legally reviewing key documentation, supporting licensing procedures and regulatory interaction, and establishing compliance and risk management frameworks, including AML/KYC, sanctions screening, and disclosure obligations.
About the service

Why investors use fund structures

  • Risk diversification

    Capital is allocated across multiple assets, sectors, or projects, reducing dependence on the performance of any single investment instrument.

  • Professional management

    Investment decisions are made by the management team within an approved strategy, internal policies, and the fund’s mandate.

  • Clear legal framework

    A fund structure operates on the basis of predefined rules, with clearly established rights, obligations, and investor participation mechanisms.

  • Access to a broader range of deals

    Using a fund structure allows participation in assets and investment opportunities that are often unavailable through direct investment.

  • Transparency and control

    A system of reporting, disclosure, and compliance procedures provides oversight over the investment structure and the movement of capital.

  • Tax and operational efficiency

    When properly structured, a fund can offer a more efficient model for taxation and administration within the limits of applicable law.

Get a practical guide to fund structures and investment instruments

  • How a fund structure is set up
  • Key legal and compliance requirements to consider
  • Core risks, required documents, and launch stages
Get a practical guide to fund structures and investment instruments

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Who needs legal support for funds and investment structures

  • Management companies and funds For management companies and funds that require legal support in the establishment, structuring, and administration of investment vehicles.
  • Private investors and family offices For private investors and family offices making investments through funds, LPs, SPVs, and other investment structures.
  • Corporate investors For corporate investors raising capital or allocating funds through collective investment vehicles.
  • Founders and business owners For founders and business owners building investment models, joint ventures, and holding structures.
  • International investors For international investors operating across multiple jurisdictions, regulatory regimes, banking requirements, and compliance frameworks.
  • Projects and companies raising capital For projects and companies that need to structure capital raising in a legally sound manner and ensure the protection of investor rights.
Who needs legal support for funds and investment structures

iWorld services in the field of funds and investment structures

  • Fund and investment structuring

    Selection of jurisdiction and legal form, including fund, LP, and SPV structures; establishment of governance models and allocation of roles among participants.

  • Regulatory analysis and compliance

    Determination of the applicable regulatory framework, including licensing requirements, AML/KYC procedures, sanctions screening, and investor disclosure obligations.

  • Fund documentation support

    Preparation and legal review of key documentation, including the offering memorandum (PPM), limited partnership agreement (LPA), subscription agreements, side letters, and internal policies.

  • Capital raising support

    Legal structuring of investor subscriptions, coordination of KYC/AML procedures, admission terms, restrictions, and transaction closings.

  • Legal support of fund transactions and investments

    Drafting and negotiation of SPA, SHA, and other transactional documents; structuring of investment terms; protection of investor rights and exit mechanisms.

  • Tax and corporate structuring

    Design and implementation of tax and corporate structures; support with reporting, beneficial ownership matters, and cross-border flows.

Stages of work and support

Defining investment objectives and parameters

iWorld legal team analyzes the client’s investment objectives, intended investment horizon, acceptable level of risk, and preferred ownership model. Based on this, a core project profile is developed together with a list of factors influencing the choice of structure, instruments, and jurisdiction.

Selection of fund and structural solutions

Based on the initial parameters, iWorld identifies and conducts a legal assessment of relevant funds and investment structures, including entry terms, applicable restrictions, disclosure requirements, and compliance procedures. The available options are then compared with due regard to legal risks and the applicable regulatory regime.

Development of an individual strategy and documentation

iWorld lawyers develop the legal model for implementing the chosen strategy, including the investment structure, allocation of roles among participants, KYC/AML requirements, and the set of key documents. The result is presented in the form of a clear roadmap outlining the next steps.

Implementation support and ongoing legal assistance

iWorld provides legal support at every stage of implementing the structure: coordinating with service providers, preparing and negotiating documents, supporting compliance procedures, and taking into account banking requirements. The client receives ongoing legal support throughout the entire lifecycle of the structure and related transactions.

Get a tailored strategy for investment structuring and fund-related matters

  • Identification of the optimal legal model based on your goals and jurisdictions
  • Assessment of risks, compliance requirements, and applicable restrictions
  • Selection of the most suitable structure: a fund, LP, or SPV
  • Preparation of a step-by-step implementation plan with key documents and stages

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FAQ

How do fund investments differ from direct investments?

Unlike direct investing, a fund structure offers diversification, centralized management, a formalized scope of investor rights, and more structured administration of investment transactions.

How well are investor rights protected in a fund?

Investor rights are set out in the fund’s constitutional and investment documentation, including the LPA, PPM, and subscription agreements. These documents govern management procedures, reporting, exit mechanisms, and legal protections.

What risks exist when investing through funds?

Risks depend on the investment strategy, jurisdiction, quality of management, fund structure, and level of compliance. A preliminary legal and regulatory assessment helps identify material risks and mitigate them before entering the structure.

What does participation in an investment fund offer to an investor?

Participation in a fund allows investment through a structured legal model with predefined rules, professional management, and risk allocation across multiple assets or projects.

Can a fund structure be tailored to a specific investor?

Yes, participation terms can be tailored to reflect the investor’s objectives, applicable restrictions, tax considerations, compliance requirements, and the specifics of the relevant jurisdiction.

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