Carlyle announced the retirement of Jeffrey Ferguson, General Counsel, after over 25 years at the firm.
Mr. Ferguson will retire in 2026 and transition to a Senior Advisor role at Carlyle.
The firm is initiating a search for a successor to Mr. Ferguson.
Retirement Announcement
Jeffrey Ferguson, General Counsel at Carlyle, will retire in 2026 after serving at the firm since 1999.
Transition to Senior Advisor
After retirement, Mr. Ferguson will become a Senior Advisor to Carlyle to ensure a smooth transition and work on ongoing matters.
Search for Successor
Carlyle is starting a search to find a new General Counsel to replace Jeffrey Ferguson.
- Jeffrey Ferguson's retirement marks the end of an era after more than two decades of service at Carlyle.
- The firm will benefit from a fresh perspective with the search for a new General Counsel.
- Ferguson's contributions to legal, regulatory, and governance capabilities have been significant for Carlyle.
Carlyle expresses gratitude for Jeffrey Ferguson's dedication and contributions over his long tenure at the firm, and looks forward to the transition period and finding a suitable successor.