The document discusses the backlog of private equity exits due to investments made during the boom years of 2005-2008 that have not been exited. This backlog is causing private equity firms to hold investments longer and limiting distributions to investors. Exits are starting to increase in 2013 but the large volume of unexited investments from the boom years means the backlog issue will persist. Secondary buyouts and plentiful deal opportunities for lawyers are increasing as a result of the exit challenges faced by private equity firms.