Rachel O’Brien Named Law360 2025 Rising Star

In The News
July 21, 2025
Attorneys:

Law360 has named asset management partner Rachel O’Brien as a “Rising Star” in the Fund Formation category. The annual list recognizes attorneys under 40 whose legal accomplishments distinguish them among their peers.

Rachel spearheaded several high-profile private fund launches, including Hamilton Lane’s $5.6 billion Secondary Fund VI, Vistria Fund V’s $3 billion close, and the oversubscribed $1.75 billion Pamlico Capital VI, all of which demanded innovative structuring and seamless coordination across jurisdictions. Her exceptional leadership and ability to orchestrate intricate, fast-paced fundraises have established her as a standout advisor in the fund formation arena.

The honorees were selected by Law360 from a highly competitive pool of more than 1,100 submissions.