Fried Frank's Game-Changing Addition: Saif I. Shah Mohammed Joins as Partner in DC

Fried Frank has recently bolstered its Asset Management M&A capabilities with the prominent addition of Saif I. Shah Mohammed as a partner at its Washington, DC office. With over 15 years of rich corporate transactional experience, Mohammed’s entry is set to fortify the firm’s standing in GP-led and sponsor-focused transactions, aligning perfectly with Fried Frank’s strategic growth plans.

A Depth of Experience

Saif I. Shah Mohammed’s expertise spans a wide array of complex transactions within the corporate and asset management sectors. His portfolio includes GP stakes sales, GP-led secondaries, and firm governance matters. Mohammed’s profound knowledge in these areas is anticipated to bolster Fried Frank’s existing robust Asset Management M&A Practice, leveraging his insights for GP economic arrangements and sponsor-side restructurings.

Strategic Expansion in M&A

This strategic hire mirrors Fried Frank’s ongoing investment in its M&A and private equity sectors, a move designed to navigate the dynamic landscape of asset management M&A. Mohammed’s new role will enhance the firm’s abilities in GP seed and stakes, offering comprehensive support to clients pursuing diverse asset classes and strategic capital solutions. As stated in Pulse 2.0, “Fried Frank’s M&A and Private Equity Practice advises on strategic investments encompassing initial fundraising, transaction execution, and exit strategies.”

Broader Growth Initiatives

This appointment is among several key strategic enhancements at Fried Frank, which has welcomed 13 lateral partners since early this year. This includes recent global M&A and private equity hires like Christian Iwasko and his team in London. These additions all share a deep transactional acumen, synergizing with Mohammed’s entry to create an influential global M&A team.

Leadership’s Vision

The leadership at Fried Frank is enthusiastic about Mohammed’s arrival. Steven Epstein, Managing Partner and Co-Head of the M&A and Private Equity Practice, highlights Mohammed’s potential to elevate the firm’s service offerings across varied asset classes. Similarly, Randi Lally, Partner and Co-Head of the Practice, shares optimism about the bespoke services now available for strategic investments.

This development reflects a proactive step by Fried Frank in reinforcing its position in the market, emphasizing a sustained commitment to providing exceptional, tailored client solutions in a competitive business environment.