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Jeffrey Hadden
Managing Director, Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel at TA Associates
Jeffrey C. Hadden is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in private equity. He joined TA Associates, a leading global private equity firm, in 2013 and has held several key positions within the organization.12
Career at TA Associates
Hadden's tenure at TA Associates has been marked by significant roles and transitions:
- Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel: He initially joined TA in 2013 in this dual role.1
- Managing Director: In 2021, Hadden was promoted to Managing Director.1
- Senior Advisor: As of 2024, Hadden transitioned to a Senior Advisor role upon his retirement.12
Professional Background
Prior to joining TA Associates, Hadden had a long-standing relationship with the firm:
- He served as TA's outside general counsel for more than 25 years before becoming an employee.1
- Before TA, Hadden was a partner at Goodwin Procter LLP, where he held several leadership positions, including Chairman of the Business Law Department and membership on the Management and Executive Committees.1
Education
Hadden's educational background includes:
- JD from Boston College Law School, magna cum laude1
- BA in Public Policy Studies and Economics from Duke University, cum laude1
Personal Interest
Interestingly, Hadden mentions that he enjoys cutting handmade wooden jigsaw puzzles as a favorite activity.1
Recent Developments
In March 2024, TA Associates announced that Arthur Price would succeed Jeffrey Hadden as the firm's General Counsel. Hadden is assisting with Price's onboarding before fully transitioning into his retirement and new role as a Senior Advisor to the firm.2
