Stephanie A. Capistron

Stephanie A. Capistron advises U.S. registered investment companies and their investment advisers on a wide variety of regulatory, compliance and corporate matters, including the development and launch of new funds, regulatory and compliance matters relating to existing funds, fund reorganizations and requests for exemptive relief from the Securities and Exchange Commission. Ms. Capistron also regularly provides advice on affiliated transaction matters under the Investment Company Act of 1940.

Ms. Capistron has significant experience assisting mutual fund sponsors launch exchange-traded fund business lines, including advice with respect to fund structure, disclosure and listing requirements, and development of compliance programs for exchange-traded funds.

She also advises boards of directors/trustees of U.S. registered investment companies on fund governance and fiduciary oversight matters, including director/trustee independence and regulatory examinations.

Ms. Capistron has been recognized in Chambers USA for Hedge & Mutual Funds in Massachusetts. A recent edition noted: “Stephanie is a very talented lawyer.” “She is an incredible attorney with a thorough understanding of legal and regulatory requirements.” “She's able to effectively analyze complex issues.” Previous editions have stated, “She's very intelligent - she's exceptional. She really understands the organization's perspective” and that she is “noted for her considerable skill in advising on complex compliance, governance and fund development matters.” Ms. Capistron has been recognized for excellence in investment funds in the Euromoney/Legal Media Group’s Americas Rising Stars Awards (2019 and 2020). She has also been recognized in The Legal 500 (U.S.) and as a Rising Star Partner in IFLR1000 in the area of mutual/registered funds.

Prior to rejoining Dechert in 2014, she was employed as counsel at a large investment management firm.