Focus Areas
Saher’s experience includes:
Adviser Regulatory Counsel
- Representing registered investment advisers in connection with the preparation of Form ADV, federal and state registrations, and all other regulatory matters.
- Counseling registered investment advisers throughout SEC exams and assisting with the development of responsive action plans.
- Drafting compliance manuals and providing ongoing regulatory training to investment adviser personnel.
- Negotiating advisory agreements, third-party service provider agreements, and distribution-related service agreements.
Fund Formation Counsel
- Representing issuers in a broad range of matters related to private equity and debt offerings.
- Assisting issuers in all aspects of fund formation, including drafting Regulation D and Regulation A offering documents, such as private placement memorandums, operating agreements, subscription agreements, side letters, and post-qualification amendments.
- Acting as a liaison between private fund issuers and SEC regulators to address novel and complex issues.
Education
- Loyola Law School, J.D., 2003,
International and Comparative Law Review, member (2001-2002)
- Emory University, B.A., 2000
Bar Admissions
- California
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Languages
- Spanish
- Thompson Hine Adds Trio In Key Markets In 3 States,
Law360
, August 7, 2025 - Thompson Hine Expands Investment Management Practice in Key U.S. Markets – Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Chicago,
Thompson Hine LLP
, August 5, 2025