Vetting PE Firms

Hi everyone. I was wondering what kind of traits to look for when vetting firms on their first or second fund.

Is the size of the first fund a good indicator of how LPs view the teams capability?

Pedigree of senior / founding partners?

Also, how would you recommend negotiating offers in these scenarios?

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