MARISSA HENRY focuses her practice on the structuring, operation, and offerings of U.S. and non-U.S. private funds, including hedge funds and funds of funds. She also focuses her practice on advising investment advisers in investment advisory arrangements and regulatory/compliance matters, including registering investment advisers with the SEC, developing compliance programs, advising investment advisers undergoing SEC examinations, reviewing investor communications and marketing materials, assisting with ongoing compliance obligations and preparing regulatory filings. In addition, Marissa represents institutional investors in connection with their investments in private funds, including private equity funds, co-investment funds, and hedge funds.
Prior to joining Sidley, Marissa practiced in the investment management group of an international law firm in Boston where she represented mutual funds, their independent directors and investment advisers. She also previously served as in-house counsel and a compliance officer for a large asset manager in Boston.
Marissa has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Law.com in connection with the publication’s 2025 New England Legal Awards. Additionally, she was named an “Up & Coming Lawyer” by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly in 2025.
Marissa is fluent in Portuguese.