James L. Severs

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James is an experienced, solutions-focused attorney that advises private funds, registered investment companies, and their sponsors on all aspects of fund formation, operation, and compliance.

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Investment Management Update – Q2 2025
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James advises clients on transactional and regulatory matters, including the formation of privately offered investment funds; the formation, registration, and offering of publicly traded closed-end investment companies, business development companies, and exchange-traded funds. He also advises on the operation of commodity pools; public securities offerings (including IPOs); and compliance with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Commodity Exchange Act, Securities Act of 1933, and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

In addition to his work in the asset management industry, James participates in various pro bono initiatives that are focused on ensuring access to justice.

* Licensed to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Not admitted in North Carolina.

Overview

James advises clients on transactional and regulatory matters, including the formation of privately offered investment funds; the formation, registration, and offering of publicly traded closed-end investment companies, business development companies, and exchange-traded funds. He also advises on the operation of commodity pools; public securities offerings (including IPOs); and compliance with the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, Investment Company Act of 1940, Commodity Exchange Act, Securities Act of 1933, and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

In addition to his work in the asset management industry, James participates in various pro bono initiatives that are focused on ensuring access to justice.

* Licensed to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Not admitted in North Carolina.

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Articles + Publications

Investment Management Update – Q2 2025

Articles + Publications

Investment Management Update – Q1 2025

Speaking Engagements

Evergreen Fund Structures in Private Markets: Formation, Operation, Strategic Advantages, Risk Allocation

Articles + Publications

Investment Management Update – Q3 2024

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Education

  • The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, J.D., magna cum laude, 2016, member, Catholic University Law Review
  • University of Kentucky, B.A., 2013

Bar Admissions

  • Maryland
  • District of Columbia
  • The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, Securities Law Certificate