TCW Funds N-14/ARegistration statement for investment companies business combination (amended)

Paul Hastings LLP

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davidhearth@paulhastings.com

May 3, 2024

VIA EDGAR

TCW Funds, Inc.

515 South Flower Street

Los Angeles, California 90071

Ladies and Gentlemen:

We hereby consent to the inclusion of our law firm’s name as counsel to the TCW Funds, Inc. (the “Registrant”), as shown in the Pre-Effective Amendment No. 2 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form N-14.

Very truly yours,

/s/ David A. Hearth

David A. Hearth

for PAUL HASTINGS LLP