Shant Chalian has joined Day Pitney as counsel in the firm's Investment Management and Private Funds practice, resident in the Stamford office. His arrival was featured in the Connecticut Law Tribune's Connecticut Movers column.
Chalian's overall practice is focused on fund formation, mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and securities.
"Shant has established a highly successful and diverse legal practice, including extensive corporate, mergers and acquisitions and securities knowledge. With his vast experience and contacts in the investment management industry, Shant is constantly attuned to the current market terms in these areas," said Peter J. Bilfield, co-chair of the firm's investment management and private funds practice group.
Chalian added, "I joined Day Pitney because the firm has an impressive asset management, financial institutions and corporate client base, and my practice aligns with the strategic goals of the team seamlessly."
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