Mikhaelle Schiappacasse

Mikhaelle Schiappacasse's practice focuses on the structuring, establishment, management, marketing, and restructuring of fund platforms and investment funds, across a broad range of domiciles and asset classes, including hedge, private debt, real estate, private equity and fund of funds. Ms. Schiappacasse also advises on the establishment of asset management businesses, including the drafting and negotiation of shareholders' agreements and limited liability partnership agreements. She also acts for investment funds and their managers on general corporate, regulatory and compliance matters.

Ms. Schiappacasse is a Co-Head of Dechert’s Global Sustainability Practice, and in this capacity, she is a leading member of the firm's ESG working groups and advises asset managers on compliance with the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and the EU Taxonomy Regulation and other European ESG-related regulatory matters.

Mikhaelle Schiappacasse is listed as a next generation partner for hedge funds by The Legal 500 UK. In previous editions, clients state: “Mikhaelle Schiappacasse is outstanding to work with,” adding that she “knows how to leverage the breadth of skills within Dechert to suit our needs as a client”. In addition, she is described as “dedicated, diligent and a valued member of our inner circle. Mikhaelle goes above and beyond”. 

Ms. Schiappacasse speaks frequently at industry events and contributes regularly to thought leadership on issues impacting the asset management industry, in particular in the sustainability sector.