October 10, 2025 – International law firm McDermott Will & Schulte has been named Law Firm of the Year: Overall as part of the Hedgeweek US Awards 2025. This recognition underscores McDermott’s market-leading experience and appreciation of both legal and business perspectives to provide comprehensive support to hedge fund managers across all aspects and stages of their operations—from fund structuring and tax matters to compliance and litigation.

In addition, McDermott was shortlisted for:

• Law Firm of the Year: Client Service
• Law Firm of the Year: Alternative Credit
• Law Firm of the Year: Digital Assets
• Law Firm of the Year: Start-up & Emerging Funds

The annual Hedgeweek US Awards celebrate excellence among fund managers and service providers across various categories in the US. Service provider categories encompass essential aspects of the broader hedge fund industry ecosystem.

View the full list of honorees here.

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