Goodwin Procter announced Wednesday that Jeff Hess will soon join the firm’s private equity practice in its New York office.
At Goodwin Procter, Hess’ practice will target private equity acquisitions, venture capital and growth equity investments for leveraged buyouts. In addition, Hess will advise private equity funds and merchant banking clients.
Hess has previously worked as legal counsel for Second Solutions and has served as vice president and associate general counsel of American Capital Strategies.
Hess’ hiring marks the sixth attorney Goodwin Procter has added to its firm in recent months.