JTC Law Advises Atlas Health Capital on Jersey Fund Formation and Close of Debut £400 Million Fund

JTC Law has acted as Jersey legal adviser to Atlas Health Capital on the establishment and successful close of its debut private equity fund, Atlas Health Fund I – a Jersey private fund which closed at its £400 million hard cap.

The fund was oversubscribed less than four months after fundraising launched in February, reflecting strong investor appetite for specialist healthcare private equity.

Investment Strategy and European Healthcare Focus

Atlas Health Fund I will focus on buyout opportunities across selected European healthcare markets, including the UK and Ireland, DACH, Benelux and the Nordics, targeting specialist subsectors in MedTech, Niche Pharma and Animal Health. Founded in 2025 by Ben Long, Atlas Health Capital brings together a team with extensive experience across top-performing private equity firms.

The JTC Law Team

JTC Law worked alongside Macfarlanes, Trowers & Hamlins and Langham Hall in advising on the fund.

Leanne Wallser, Head of Investment Funds and Corporate at JTC Law, commented:

“We were delighted to support Atlas Health Capital on both the establishment and successful close of its debut fund, and to work alongside the teams at Atlas Health, Macfarlanes, Trowers and Langham Hall throughout the process. The speed and success of this fundraising reflect both the quality of the team and continued investor confidence in healthcare-focused strategies.”

The JTC Law team was led by Leanne with lead Associate April Hargreaves and regulatory input from partner Sam Sturrock.

Frequently asked questions

What is involved in Jersey fund formation?

Jersey fund formation typically involves structuring the fund vehicle, navigating Jersey Financial Services Commission regulatory requirements, drafting constitutional and offering documents, and advising on investor terms. For a Jersey private fund, the process is designed to be efficient — enabling managers to move from launch to close relatively quickly, as Atlas Health Capital demonstrated with its oversubscribed close in under four months.

Why is Jersey a leading jurisdiction for private equity fund formation?

Jersey offers a combination of political and economic stability, a well-developed legal framework, tax neutrality and a deep pool of experienced legal and fund administration professionals. It is consistently chosen by private equity managers for both onshore and cross-border fund structures targeting European markets.

What experience does JTC Law have in investment funds in Jersey?

JTC Law’s investment funds Jersey practice advises managers across the full fund lifecycle — from initial structuring and regulatory approvals through to close and ongoing compliance. The team has experience across private equity, healthcare private equity, real assets and other alternative strategies.

What is a Jersey private fund?

A Jersey private fund is established under the Jersey Private Funds Guide and is designed for institutional and sophisticated investors. It offers a streamlined regulatory process compared to other fund structures, making it a popular choice for managers seeking speed and flexibility in international capital raising.

Jersey Fund Formation

JTC Law Jersey advises on the full spectrum of investment fund structures, from establishment through to a successful fund close. Whether you’re launching a debut fund or scaling an established strategy, our investment funds team is ready to support you.

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