Fund Formation and Setup
"Building Your Fund with Precision and Expertise"
Launching an investment fund demands a strong foundation. At Aragon Partners, we streamline the complexities of fund formation, delivering tailored solutions so you can start confidently and compliantly.
Our Comprehensive Fund Formation Services
Legal Structuring and Jurisdiction Selection
We guide you in choosing the optimal legal structure and jurisdiction, balancing compliance, tax efficiency, and investor appeal for your unique fund.
Entity Registration and Compliance
From setup to regulatory adherence, we manage the details, ensuring your fund is established efficiently and meets all legal requirements.
Tax-Efficient Structuring
Maximize returns and minimize liabilities with strategies tailored to your fund’s objectives and jurisdiction.
Essential Fund Agreements
We craft clear, robust documents to protect your fund and attract investors:
• Limited Partnership Agreements (LPA): Define roles, responsibilities, and profit-sharing.
• Private Placement Memorandums (PPM): Showcase your fund’s goals, risks, and terms transparently.
• Subscription Agreements: Simplify onboarding with legally sound investor commitments.
Fund Domiciliation
Establish your fund in top jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands, Luxembourg, or Delaware, enhancing credibility and investor trust.
Legal Structuring and Jurisdiction Selection
The Bedrock of Your Fund’s Success
The right structure and domicile shape your fund’s operations, tax efficiency, and investor confidence. We analyze your objectives, investor base, and regulatory needs to recommend options like LPs, LLCs, or offshore funds, paired with jurisdictions such as Ireland, Singapore, or Delaware. Our process ensures compliance, flexibility, and scalability from day one.
Legal Structuring
Our team works closely with you to identify the most suitable legal structure for your fund, taking into account factors such as:
• Fund Objectives: What are your investment goals? Are you targeting specific sectors, geographies, or investor types?
• Investor Profiles: Are your investors institutional, high-net-worth individuals, or retail? Each group has distinct expectations and regulatory considerations.
• Regulatory Environment: We assess local and international regulations to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Your fund should be designed to grow and adapt to changing market conditions and investor needs.
We specialize in structuring a range of fund types, including:
• Limited Partnerships (LP)
• Limited Liability Companies (LLC)
• Private Investment Funds
• Offshore and Onshore Funds
• Open-ended or Closed-ended Fund Vehicles
Jurisdiction Selection
The jurisdiction where your fund is domiciled significantly impacts its success. With extensive experience across global markets, we help you navigate the pros and cons of each jurisdiction to select the best fit for your fund.
Key considerations include:
• Tax Efficiency: Jurisdictions such as the Cayman Islands, Luxembourg, Delaware, and Singapore offer tax-friendly environments for funds. We analyze your fund’s goals to recommend the most advantageous location.
• Regulatory Environment: Balancing flexibility with investor protections is crucial. We ensure your chosen jurisdiction aligns with the expectations of your target investor base.
• Market Credibility: Certain jurisdictions, like Ireland or Switzerland, are globally recognized and inspire confidence among institutional investors.
• Cost Considerations: Jurisdictional costs vary widely. We ensure your fund is domiciled in a location that provides the best balance between operational efficiency and expense.
Our Process
Seamless Fund Formation: From Strategy to Execution
In-depth Consultation
We begin by understanding your fund’s purpose, target market, and growth strategy.
Customized Analysis
Our team evaluates legal structures and jurisdictions, presenting you with tailored recommendations.
Implementation
From filing paperwork to liaising with local authorities, we handle every step to ensure a smooth setup process.
Jurisdiction Selection for Tax & Investor Alignment
Optimize Efficiency, Attract Investors
A strategic jurisdiction can lower taxes and boost appeal. We evaluate options—Luxembourg for EU access, Cayman Islands for tax neutrality, Delaware for cost-efficiency—considering tax treaties, regulatory frameworks, and investor preferences. Our experts align your choice with long-term goals, keeping your fund adaptable and competitive.
Key Jurisdictions and Their Benefits
Luxemburg
• Known for its regulated investment fund vehicles such as SICAVs and RAIFs.
• Extensive double-taxation treaty network.
• Preferred by institutional investors in Europe.
Cayman Islands
• Tax-neutral environment with no corporate, income, or capital gains taxes.
• Ideal for hedge funds and private equity funds targeting global investors.
Ireland
• Access to EU markets with UCITS and AIFMD frameworks.
• Offers tax exemptions for certain qualifying funds.
• Strong investor protection measures.
Delaware, USA
• Low cost and efficient setup for U.S.-focused funds.
• Flexible LLC structures widely recognized by investors.
• No state taxes for out-of-state activities.
Singapore
• Offers tax incentives for fund managers and funds through schemes like the VCC framework.
• Gateway to Asia-Pacific investors and markets.
Switzerland
• High investor confidence due to its stability and strong regulatory environment.
• Attractive to private wealth and high-net-worth investors.
Take the First Step
Ready to launch your fund? Contact Aragon Partners for expert guidance and a seamless setup process. Let’s turn your vision into reality—schedule a consultation today.
