05 Oct 2021
It’s Been a Privilege—Or Has It?
Private equity investments can raise complicated questions about attorney-client privilege, ranging from the interactions between a private equity firm and its portfolio companies, to communications with investors. It is important for in-house counsel at private equity firms to understand what communications likely will be protected and under what circumstances privilege may be considered to have been waived.
This practice note provides a high-level overview of attorney-client privilege, identifies issues in-house counsel at private equity firms are likely to face, and provides valuable practice tips for enhancing your chances of preserving your privilege.
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