Law firm Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson has elected Lisa Schneider to the firm's partnership, effective 1 September 2010.

Schneider’s practice is focused primarily on the structuring and representation of hedge funds and other alternative investment products.

She joined the firm’s New York office in 2002.

“Lisa is an exceptional lawyer who has made significant contributions to the asset management practice throughout her time at Fried Frank,” says Lawrence N. Barshay, partner and head of Fried Frank’s asset management group. “Lisa’s dedication to our clients and her depth of knowledge is an asset to the firm and our growing practice.”