John Lazar
About John Lazar
John Lazar is a Managing Director at Burford Capital, where he oversees the growth of the private funds platform. He has extensive experience in the legal and finance sectors, having previously worked at Burford Capital and several prestigious law firms.
Work at Burford Capital
John Lazar currently serves as Managing Director at Burford Capital, a position he has held since 2021 in London, England. He previously worked at Burford Capital as Managing Director from 2020 to 2021 and as Director from 2017 to 2020, both in New York, New York. In these roles, he managed the assessment of new matters globally and oversaw their progress through the Commitments Committee. He also oversees the growth of Burford Capital's private funds platform, engaging with hedge funds and institutional investors in the secondary market business.
Education and Expertise
John Lazar earned his Juris Doctor (JD) degree cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School, where he studied from 2001 to 2004. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Duke University, achieving an AB in Classical and Ancient Studies from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in legal and financial matters, particularly in the context of investment and fund management.
Background
Before joining Burford Capital, John Lazar worked at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP as an Associate from 2004 to 2011, where he gained significant experience in legal practice. He then moved to Wollmuth Maher & Deutsch LLP, serving as an Associate from 2011 to 2015. His extensive background in law and finance has contributed to his current role in managing investment strategies and client relations at Burford Capital.
Professional Experience
John Lazar has accumulated substantial experience in the finance and legal sectors. He worked at Burford Capital in various capacities from 2017 to 2021 and has a total of over a decade of experience in legal roles at prestigious law firms such as Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP and Wollmuth Maher & Deutsch LLP. His roles have involved significant responsibilities in managing investments and legal assessments, reflecting his capability in navigating complex financial landscapes.