Richard W. Grant

Partner

Richard W. Grant is a partner in Morgan Lewis's Investment Management and Securities Industry Practice and is resident in the firm's Pittsburgh and Philadelphia offices. Mr. Grant represents investment companies, investment advisors and other financial institutions (banks and insurance companies) in connection with their investment management activities.

Mr. Grant has represented all types of registered investment companies (such as mutual funds, closed-end funds and unit investment trusts), in connection with organization, registration and ongoing regulatory compliance. He has also represented unregistered pooled investment vehicles and companies seeking exemption from investment company status.

Before entering private practice, Mr. Grant served on the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission from 1972 to 1983, serving as Associate Director of the Division of Investment Management during his last three years. The Division of Investment Management has oversight responsibilities for registered investment companies and investment advisors.

Mr. Grant is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania.