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Cooley Snares Silver Lake Fund Formation Partner in NY
Derek Pease joins Cooley's New York office to lead fund formation practice.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:27pm
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Cooley's strategic hire of a top fund formation partner signals the firm's ambitions to expand its investment management practice.NYC TodayCooley LLP announced that Derek Pease has joined the firm's New York office as a partner in its fund formation practice. Pease previously worked at Silver Lake, where he led the formation of investment funds that raised billions from institutional investors and structured global technology investments.
Why it matters
Pease's move to Cooley represents a high-profile talent acquisition for the firm's fund formation capabilities, as Pease brings extensive experience in leading complex fund structuring and fundraising efforts for a prominent private equity firm.
The details
In his new role at Cooley, Pease will oversee all aspects of fund formation through the fundraising process and manage multifaceted fund operations. His expertise in advising on the creation of investment vehicles that deploy capital into global technology markets is expected to bolster Cooley's profile in the fund formation space.
- Pease joined Cooley's New York office on April 13, 2026.
The players
Cooley LLP
An international law firm with a focus on advising clients in the technology, life sciences, and investment management sectors.
Derek Pease
A partner who joined Cooley's New York office to lead the firm's fund formation practice, bringing extensive experience from his previous role at Silver Lake.
Silver Lake
A leading global technology investment firm that manages billions of dollars in assets and invests in a wide range of technology-focused companies and funds.
What they’re saying
“Derek Pease's deep expertise in fund formation and his track record of success in raising capital for investment vehicles will be a valuable addition to our team.”
— Unknown, Cooley LLP spokesperson
The takeaway
Cooley's acquisition of Derek Pease, a highly experienced fund formation partner from Silver Lake, underscores the firm's commitment to strengthening its capabilities in the lucrative and competitive investment management sector.
