Seward & Kissel LLP has announced the addition of Jacob Comer as a partner in its Investment Management Group, focusing on venture capital formation and transactions. Comer brings extensive experience in fund formation, cross-border fundraising, and complex deal structuring. Prior to joining Seward & Kissel, he served as a member of the executive committee at Novaquest Capital Management, overseeing all legal matters. Earlier in his career, Comer spent nearly a decade in the investment management group of a large international law firm.
Managing partner James Cofer highlighted the significance of Comer’s arrival, stating, “His joining allows Seward & Kissel to formalize and grow our venture capital group.” Co-head of the Investment Management Group, Kevin Neubauer, added, “His background in both in-house and Big Law uniquely positions him to address our clients’ sophisticated venture capital needs.” Comer expressed enthusiasm about his new role, noting, “With a client base that includes over a third of the top 50 private equity and private debt firms, Seward & Kissel offers an exceptional foundation to expand the Firm’s capabilities in venture capital formation and transactions.” ([webull.com](https://www.webull.com/news/13164930440143872?utm_source=openai))
This appointment is part of Seward & Kissel’s broader strategy to enhance its Investment Management Group. In March 2024, the firm appointed Kevin Neubauer as co-head of the group, succeeding Robert Van Grover, who had served in the role for over a decade. Neubauer has been with the firm since 2009, with a brief tenure as in-house counsel at Providence Equity Partners/Benefit Street Partners before returning in 2015. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240304521779/en/Seward-Kissel-Appoints-Kevin-Neubauer-as-Co-Head-of-the-Firm%E2%80%99s-Investment-Management-Group?utm_source=openai))
In February 2025, the firm welcomed Peter Shea as a partner in the Investment Management Group. Formerly with K&L Gates, Shea advises on a range of fund types, including exchange-traded funds, mutual funds, and hedge funds. His practice involves structuring, design, formation, and ongoing representation of various investment vehicles. ([sewkis.com](https://www.sewkis.com/news/peter-shea-joins-seward-kissels-investment-management-group-as-partner/?utm_source=openai))
Additionally, in August 2023, Seward & Kissel appointed Daniel G. Viola as a partner to lead its regulatory platform, SKRC. Viola brings decades of experience advising investment advisers, funds, and broker-dealers on regulatory matters. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230801925514/en/Daniel-Viola-Joins-Seward-Kissel%E2%80%99s-Investment-Management-Group-as-Head-of-SKRC/?utm_source=openai))
These strategic hires underscore Seward & Kissel’s commitment to expanding its capabilities in the investment management sector, particularly in venture capital and regulatory compliance.