Ruth Rawas
About Ruth Rawas
Ruth Rawas is an Associate (Rechtsanwältin) at A&O Shearman, specializing in the structuring and setting-up of open-ended and closed funds. With a background in law from Goethe University Frankfurt and extensive experience in various legal roles, she focuses on advising regulated investors and cross-border fund distribution.
Work at A&O Shearman
Ruth Rawas has been employed as an Associate (Rechtsanwältin) at A&O Shearman since 2024. In her role, she specializes in advising on the structuring and setting-up of both open-ended and closed funds. Her expertise includes working with regulated investors, such as pension funds and pension schemes, and she regularly provides guidance on cross-border fund distribution.
Previous Experience in Law
Prior to her current position, Ruth Rawas worked at several prestigious law firms. She served as an Associate (Rechtsanwältin) at Allen & Overy from 2023 to 2024. Before that, she was employed at Pinsent Masons as a Lawyer (Rechtsanwältin) from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she held various research assistant roles at Clifford Chance, KPMG Law, and HFK RECHTSANWAELTE LLP, accumulating significant experience in legal research and support.
Education and Expertise
Ruth Rawas studied Law (Rechtswissenschaften) at Goethe University Frankfurt, where she completed her First State Examination (Erste Juristische Staatsprüfung) between 2008 and 2017. She also underwent a Legal Traineeship (Referendariat) at the Higher Regional Court (Oberlandesgericht) Frankfurt am Main, achieving her Second State Examination (Zweite Juristische Staatsprüfung) from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, she participated in an academic year abroad at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid as part of the LLP/ERASMUS program in 2010-2011.
Specialization in Fund Advisory
Ruth Rawas specializes in advising clients on the structuring and establishment of investment funds. Her expertise encompasses various asset classes, including real estate and alternative investments. She focuses on the needs of regulated investors, such as pension funds and pension schemes, ensuring compliance and effective fund distribution strategies.