From stricter regulation to an expanding global clientele, private equity and venture capital markets are quickly evolving. What can you do to make sure your clients get the best deal terms without running into legal penalties? How can you help manage transactions outside of the big venture centers and best advise principals with less experience in the field? What are the best ways to manage your clients' expectations? In this brand-new edition of Understanding Legal Trends in the Private Equity and Venture Capital Market, expert attorneys share their insights and advice on all of these issues. They also cover major trends such as increased SEC presence, limited partners' increasing "flight to quality," and sell-side auctions. You can turn to this title for knowledgeable opinions on subjects from effective due diligence to the effects of the current economy-and these authors also offer wide-angle views on how they think the market will evolve, helping you anticipate and adapt to coming developments. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities. Chapters Include: 1. Paul Jones, Co-Chair, Venture Best Group, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP - "Special Challenges for Counsel Outside the Major Venture Capital Centers" 2. Steven J. Gartner, Co-Chairman, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP - "Evolving Private Equity Markets" 3. Jeremy W. Dickens, Partner, Shearman & Sterling LLP - "The Evolving Private Equity Market: Changing Players and Concerns" 4. E. Eric Rytter, Partner, Dorsey & Whitney LLP - "New Trends and Challenges Facing Private Equity and Venture Capital Investors" 5. James L. Kelly, Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP - "Private Equity: The Path to Efficiency" Appendices Include: Appendix A: Understanding-and Managing-Investor Expectations Appendix B: Spreading Sunshine in Private Equity