The private funds market has a growing and evolving set of regulations, meaning there are many regulatory battles to face throughout the process of forming a fund, negotiating with investors, and deploying capital. Increasing numbers of private equity firms are hiring in-house legal teams due to the advantages that come with having a General Counsel to navigate post IPO legalities, acquisition details, and the logistics of fund sponsors. How has this role evolved with today's complex legal landscape? During this panel, these general counsel's will share their experiences and lessons learned, as well as what is on their minds for the coming year.