Steven Segaloff
About Steven Segaloff
Steven Segaloff serves as the Managing Director and Head of Legal at Atalaya Capital Management, where he has worked since 2019. He has over two decades of legal experience in the alternative investment industry, focusing on private credit and special opportunities investments.
Work at Atalaya Capital Management
Steven Segaloff serves as the Managing Director and Head of Legal at Atalaya Capital Management since 2019. In this role, he oversees legal operations and provides strategic legal advice within the firm. His focus includes navigating complex legal frameworks associated with alternative investments, particularly in private credit and special opportunities. His leadership in the legal department contributes to the firm's ability to manage risk and ensure compliance in its investment strategies.
Education and Expertise
Steven Segaloff holds a Bachelor’s Degree in American Studies from Cornell University, which he attended from 1988 to 1992. He furthered his education at the University of Chicago Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from 1997 to 2000. His educational background supports his extensive legal expertise, which spans over two decades in the alternative investment industry, focusing on private credit and special opportunities investments.
Background
Steven Segaloff has a diverse professional background in legal roles across various sectors, including financial assets, real estate, and corporate investments. He began his career as an Associate at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP from 2000 to 2004. He has held significant positions, including Deputy General Counsel at Plainfield Asset Management and Executive Vice President, General Counsel at Genesys Global LLC. His experience includes founding Bellnote Partners LLC, where he served as a Founding Partner from 2017 to 2019.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Steven Segaloff has developed a reputation as a key legal advisor in the alternative investment industry. His roles have involved managing legal teams and advising on complex investment strategies. His leadership and legal acumen have been instrumental in guiding firms through regulatory challenges and investment opportunities. His extensive experience positions him as a knowledgeable figure in the legal aspects of private credit and special opportunities.