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Nathan Briggs is a Partner at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP and is based in the Firm’s Washington, D.C. office. His broad practice includes advising investment vehicles, investment advisers and independent directors across the full spectrum of formation, transactional, governance and compliance issues. These range from new product offerings and follow-on offerings, proxy contests and fund mergers and consolidations to ongoing compliance and governance matters. Nathan advises sponsors with respect to, among other products, listed closed-end funds, interval funds, tender offer funds, REITs, and business development companies in connection with the establishment, registration, reorganization, and operation of retail and institutional investment products.
Nathan was recognized as a 2019 “Rising Star” by Fund Intelligence at its annual Mutual Fund Industry & ETF Awards and has spoken at numerous industry conferences in the U.S. and the U.K. over the years. Nathan has also been quoted in several publications regarding registered fund issues and has published multiple articles regarding closed-end funds. Prior to entering private practice, he interned at the Investment Adviser Association in Washington, D.C.
Nathan received his J.D., magna cum laude, from American University, Washington College of Law, his M.A. from American University and his B.A., summa cum laude, from Towson University. Nathan is passionate about supporting the arts and actively contributing to their vital place in our community. He currently lives in McLean, Virginia with his brilliant wife and two amazing children.
