A sound governance framework and strong compliance mechanisms are essential for the long-term success of private funds. ForTran provides full legal support to help clients build and refine their internal governance systems, enhance compliance capabilities, and manage legal risks throughout the fund lifecycle.
Internal Governance Policy Development
We assist in drafting and reviewing internal governance policies, including investment decision procedures, authorization protocols, and related-party transaction rules, to promote transparency and procedural integrity.
Investment Committee Structuring and Support
We advise on establishing investment committees, including defining roles, formulating voting rules, and setting decision-making procedures to ensure professional and compliant investment operations.
LP Communication and Disclosure Frameworks
We help clients establish communication mechanisms with limited partners and develop regular disclosure practices to strengthen transparency and investor confidence.
Compliance Recordkeeping and Internal Audit Systems
We support the design of internal audit protocols and compliance recordkeeping systems, helping regulate employee conduct, prevent conflicts of interest, and enhance oversight functions.
Due Diligence and Investment Approval Procedures
We assist in designing and implementing due diligence workflows, investment approval mechanisms, and capital disbursement protocols to support prudent and compliant decision-making.
Exit and Liquidation Support
We advise on legal structuring and documentation for project exits and fund liquidation, helping ensure that all distributions and exit processes are handled in accordance with applicable laws and fund agreements.
Investor Protection Clauses
We design and implement contractual protections for investors, including milestone-linked undertakings, founder repurchase arrangements, and liquidation preferences, to safeguard their interests and reduce exposure to downside risks.
Regulatory Inspections and Enforcement Response
We help clients respond to regulatory inspections, inquiries from industry associations, and other enforcement actions by providing strategic legal advice and response planning.
Risk Diagnostics and Remedial Planning
We identify potential legal risks—such as illegal fundraising, related-party benefit transfer, or improper offering practices—and propose corrective action plans to mitigate exposure.
Cross-Border Structure Compliance
We advise on the design and compliance of various investment structures—including direct onshore investment, red-chip models, privatization deals, and red-chip returns—to ensure both legal soundness and executional efficiency.
Regulatory Reporting and Compliance Support
We assist fund managers in preparing and submitting information reports to AMAC, as well as handling other regulatory matters such as ongoing disclosures, AMAC record updates, and response to inquiries, helping ensure that fund operations remain in full compliance.
Fund Exit Strategy and Documentation
We support the legal aspects of fund exits, including strategy design, negotiation, and drafting of exit agreements, to ensure a smooth and enforceable divestment process.
