About Wesley
Wes G. Nissen: Experienced Corporate & Securities Attorney in Chicago, IL
Wes G. Nissen is a distinguished partner in the Corporate & Securities practice group at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. He provides comprehensive legal services and advice to asset managers, proprietary trading firms, single-family offices, multifamily offices, and wealth management advisors.
Practice Areas
- Corporate Formation & Structure
- Sucession Planning
- Operational and Administrative Matters
- Securities, Futures, and Derivatives Matters
- Brokerage and Derivatives Documentation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Sucession Planning
- Equity and Debt Financing
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Joint Ventures and Private Investment Deals
Education & Credentials
- Universities: University of Illinois Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
- Languages: English
- Awards: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006; Lawyer of the Year: Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law, Chicago (2017); Recognized as a leader by The Best Lawyers in America in Corporate Law and Private Funds/Hedge Funds Law.
- Firms: Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
- Affiliations: Founding member of the Midwest Chapter of the Committee of Hearts; Board Member of Hedge Funds Care (also known as Hope for Children), an international charity dedicated to preventing and treating child abuse.
- Bar Admissions: Illinois
Wes G. Nissen is a sought-after speaker and author on topics relating to hedge funds and investment vehicles, having been recognized in prestigious publications such as The Best Lawyers in America. He brings together a deep understanding of corporate and financial services regulatory and transactional matters with a high emotional quotient and the ability to develop creative solutions.
His distinguished career has spanned over two decades, during which he has advised numerous clients on complex legal issues. Wes is committed to excellence in his field and continues to make significant contributions through his advocacy work and professional engagements.
