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 has experience representing institutional investors in connection with their investments in private funds, including hedge funds and private equity 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.
In 2025, Marissa was honored as an “Up & Coming Lawyer” by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly.
Marissa is fluent in Portuguese.