Fund structuring - Overlord expertise

Overlord's comprehensive expertise for your investment project

Overlord supports you from start to finish: strategic framework, selection of the right vehicle, drafting of regulatory documents, operational implementation and post-launch follow-up. A tailor-made approach, at the crossroads of legal advice, technology and wealth management. Our hybrid solution — human and digital — is designed for investment professionals who want to go fast, well, and safely.

Why structure an investment fund?

Creating an investment fund means moving from a logic of opportunity to an institutional approach. It means professionalizing its structure in order to be able to receive third-party capital, manage assets rigorously, pool risks and establish governance adapted to the expectations of investors.

A well-structured fund also makes it possible to gain credibility, especially with banking partners, wealth management consultants and family offices. It becomes a stable and readable platform, capable of growing over time. Structuring makes it possible to meet regulatory, fiscal and operational requirements, while ensuring greater transparency and management efficiency essential to performance.

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An investment fund can take different types:

  • Professional Private Equity Fund (FPCI):
    private equity investment
  • Reserved Alternative Investment Fund (RAIF):
    Luxembourg private equity vehicle
  • Real Estate Investment Company (SCPI):
    investment dedicated to real estate

An investment fund can take different types:

  • To raise capital from qualified investors
  • To centralize decisions and pool investments
  • To meet specific fiscal or regulatory objectives

Did you know that?

According to EY, in the first quarter of 2025, private equity transaction activity increased by 45% compared to the same period of the previous year, testifying to a very clear recovery in the European market. Also according to Moonfare (Invest Europe data), private equity funds in Europe raised 117.8 billion euros in 2023, an increase of 45% compared to 2022, almost returning to the record level of 2021.

Who is our fund structuring service for?

Whether you are an institutional structure or an independent professional, Overlord adapts to your profile to structure a tailor-made fund that is simple to manage and perfectly compliant.

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Family offices

Do you want to structure your private benefit, manage family participations or transfer your assets? Overlord helps you create closed, flexible and sustainable funds.

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Management companies

Increase responsiveness with a partner who takes care of the legal, administrative and digital back office. We structure your new vehicles while you stay focused on
the investment.

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Investment banks and CGP

Offer your customers a premium solution to structure their investment projects. Overlord offers you a white label service, from engineering to reporting.

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Entrepreneurs and private investors

Are you setting up a club deal? Do you invest in unlisted assets? We support you step by step with clear assembly, turnkey documents and digitized follow-up.

Profile:
Main need
Overlord Solution
Family office
Wealth structuring
Creation of tailor-made SPVs
Management company
Time saving, regulatory compliance
Outsourcing + integrated digital tools
CGP/Investment banking
Offer a premium service to its customers
White label +
structuring tailor-made SPVs
Entrepreneur/investor
No Secure a club deal or a private vehicle
Complete and simplified support

Comment Overlord structure votre véhicule d’investissement ?

Nous avons conçu un processus fluide, sécurisé et rapide pour créer votre véhicule d’investissement en seulement une semaine.

Étude de faisabilité et choix de la structure

Un expert Overlord analyse vos objectifs et contraintes pour recommander la structure optimale. Nous prenons en compte votre stratégie, la fiscalité ciblée, et le profil des investisseurs.

Rédaction des statuts et formalités administratives

Nos juristes rédigent vos statuts, pactes, règlements. Nous réalisons les formalités decréation, immatriculation et publication, en France, au Luxembourg,au Royaume-Uni, aux Etats-Unis et dans toutes les juridictions.

Mise en conformité réglementaire et KYC

Nous assurons le KYC des parties prenantes, préparons les documents réglementaires et vous aidons à respecter vos obligations (AMF, CSSF, lutte anti-blanchiment, etc. ).

Intégration sur notre plateforme digitale

Votre véhicule est connecté à la plateforme Overlord pour suivre les levées de fonds, gérer les appels de capitaux, centraliser les documents et piloter la gouvernance.

Key steps for structuring a fund with Overlord

Overlord offers a smooth process, from the first idea to post-launch follow-up. We combine human advice and digital efficiency to accelerate your project.

1. Strategic framework and vehicle choice

We analyze your goals to identify the best legal structure. This choice is essential to optimize your taxation and attract your investors.

2. Legal and administrative support

Our lawyers draft your statutes, regulations and regulatory documents. We manage the approval or registration procedures with the AMF or the CSSF.

3. Operational creation

We set up your structure: KYC, custodian bank, valuation, service providers. All the elements are assembled so that your fund is operational as soon as possible.

4. Post-launch follow-up

Investor reporting, calls for funds, compliance with covenants... our platform allows you to manage your fund on a daily basis, in complete security.

Our strengths: structuring and turnkey platform

Overlord combines human support and proprietary technology. We are neither an impersonal Legal Tech, nor a fixed niche firm.

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Digital control

Online subscription management, fund call management, fundraising, reporting

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Double accompaniment

For professionals wishing to offer the offer to their customers

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White label available

For professionals who want to offer their own offer

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Comparative:
Traditional law firm
Set-up time
Rapide (1 week)
Lent (6 to 8 weeks)
Legal security
Haute (with dedicated lawyers)
Haute
Cost
Optimized
High
Post-launch follow-up
Included via platform
Not included
Digital interface
Yes
No

They make us
trust

Overlord has saved us invaluable time dealing with regulatory complexity. In a few clicks, our vehicles were available. The user experience makes fund management simple and efficient. Our investors are delighted with the proposed follow-up.
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Nicolas Rizk & Romain Baranger

Campus Fund

Lancez votre fonds avec Overlord

Ready to discover how our platform can transform your investment business? Contact us today to schedule a demo or take advantage of a trial period. Explore the full potential of Overlord for yourself.

FAQ

What are the deadlines for structuring a fund?

From one week to 8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the assembly and the jurisdiction chosen.

What is the most suitable legal form?

It depends on your objective (capital investment, real estate, debt) and your investor profile (private, institutional...).

Do you need AMF approval for each type of fund?

No Some vehicles may be registered or structured without prior approval.

Can a fund be structured abroad?

Yes, Overlord also supports Luxembourg (RAIF, SCsp) and Anglo-Saxon (LLC) installations.

What budget should be planned for structuring?

The price varies according to the nature of the fund, the jurisdiction, the providers and the management options chosen. From €5,000 excluding VAT for a simple vehicle, up to several tens of thousands of euros for a complex investment fund.

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