Restructuring/Turnaround Advisory to Distressed Funds

I'm a senior associate at a "big 3" restructuring advisory firm (think Alix/A&M/FTI) interested in opportunities at distressed funds. I know most distressed funds recruit out of the big Rx banks (i.e., HL, PJT, Moelis, etc.) but haven't heard much of restructuring/turnaround consultants at the junior level going directly to PE. I know some who jumped from the advisory side to a banking role before going to PE, but not sure that this is the path for me. Does anyone know of someone who's done this or have any advice? Thanks

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Special situations mostly involves capital structure work, whereas turnaround PE focuses more on improving operations. Not exclusive in either scenario, obviously, but it's a general rule of thumb.

 

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