Nicholas R. Miller
Partner
New York
(212) 574-1359
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Biography

Nicholas R. Miller is a partner in the Investment Management Group at Seward & Kissel LLP.

Nick regularly advises sponsors and managers of private investment funds, including hedge, private equity, private credit and venture capital funds, regarding formation, structuring and capital raising matters. He has extensive experience structuring onshore and offshore investment vehicles, such as special purpose vehicles, co-investment vehicles, separately managed accounts and funds-of-one. In addition, Nick frequently counsels registered and unregistered investment advisers on regulatory compliance matters. Nick also regularly represents both seeders and investment managers in connection with seed and anchor investments, and is a frequent contributor on the topic.

Nick received a B.A. from Colby College, cum laude, and a J.D from Boston College Law School, magna cum laude, where he was a member of the Order of the Coif. Nick also served as a Note Editor on the Boston College Law Review.

Nick was recently named a “Rising Star” in the Private Equity Fund practice area by the International Financial Law Review. This category recognizes young partners who work on complex private equity deals and are highly recommended by their clients and peers. In addition, Nick was recently named to the 2025 Lawdragon “Next Generation” list as a next generation leader who is making significant contributions to the legal field.

Nick has also been recognized and ranked by Chambers as a top private funds lawyer, with sources praising his commercial and results-oriented approach and noting his responsiveness and market knowledge.

Capabilities

Credentials

Education

Boston College Law School

  • J.D., 2012
  • magna cum laude
  • Order of the Coif
  • Note Editor, Boston College Law Review

Colby College

  • B.A., 2005
  • cum laude

Bar Admissions

  • New York

Recognitions

  • Recognized by Chambers USA: Hedge Funds
  • Recognized by Chambers Global
  • Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation
  • International Financial Law Review “Rising Star” in Private Equity Funds
  • IFLR1000: Private Equity Funds (USA)
“Nick is extremely diligent and sharp. The best part about working with him is that I can reach him in crunch time.”
Client quote, Chambers
“We have had a very positive experience with Nick. He is incredibly responsive and detail-oriented.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick has very strong expertise and is incredibly responsive.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick is extremely diligent and sharp. The best part about working with him is that I can reach him in crunch time.”
Client quote, Chambers
“We have had a very positive experience with Nick. He is incredibly responsive and detail-oriented.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick has very strong expertise and is incredibly responsive.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick is extremely diligent and sharp. The best part about working with him is that I can reach him in crunch time.”
Client quote, Chambers
“We have had a very positive experience with Nick. He is incredibly responsive and detail-oriented.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick has very strong expertise and is incredibly responsive.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick is extremely diligent and sharp. The best part about working with him is that I can reach him in crunch time.”
Client quote, Chambers
“We have had a very positive experience with Nick. He is incredibly responsive and detail-oriented.”
Client quote, Chambers
“Nick has very strong expertise and is incredibly responsive.”
Client quote, Chambers
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