NEW YORK – June 6, 2025 – Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has grown its Corporate Private Funds Group with the addition of Daniel F. Rayner as a shareholder in the New York office. He joins the firm from Clifford Chance.
Rayner focuses his practice on the establishment and operation of domestic and international private funds, including closed-end, hybrid, and open-end products. He serves as a trusted adviser to clients across sectors such as real estate and credit, advises fund sponsors on structuring investment vehicles, and provides guidance throughout the fund lifecycle. His experience includes working with a wide range of funds, with a strong focus on fund formation and investor negotiations.
“Our attorneys have had numerous opportunities to work with Daniel over the years, and we look forward to having him continue his focus on innovative investment products as part of our firm,” Co-Chair of Greenberg Traurig’s Global Finance Practice Richard C. Kim said.
Rayner also collaborates with attorneys focused on specialty finance and permanent capital vehicles to structure private investment vehicles for real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other specialty finance companies. He assists clients with fund formation, investor negotiations, and governance arrangements for various investment strategies across multiple asset classes.
“Greenberg Traurig is an innovative, flexible firm with a strong commitment to client service — making it an ideal place to grow my practice,” Rayner said. “I was attracted to its meritocratic culture and its global platform, which benefits funds that need an array of sophisticated counsel globally.”
Rayner is a graduate of Harvard Law School and earned his B.A. at Rice University.