
Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP is thrilled to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2026 edition of Chambers Global as a leader in the USA Hedge Funds category. This recognition underscores the firm’s deep experience as trusted counsel to fund managers navigating the complex and evolving alternative investment landscape.
As Chambers notes, “[CFM has] very deep expertise in hedge funds and cryptocurrency. Their experienced team has a firm grasp of complex and nuanced matters and they are keenly aware of the state of the market.”
In addition to the firm’s practice ranking, Co-Managing Partner Karl Cole-Frieman was also ranked for his industry-leading work advising clients on fund formation, structuring, and regulatory matters, with clients noting “Karl gives very technical advice and has tremendous judgment,” and that “his in-house experience is incredibly valuable…[he] has a great perspective and empathy for clients.”
Chambers Global ranks the top global lawyers and law firms in over 200 jurisdictions across the world, and conducts in-depth research, market analysis, and client interviews to deliver among the most respected rankings in the legal industry.
To view the firm’s Chambers Global ranking, please click here.