Stephen Lee

Stephen Lee is a Partner at Goodwin LLP, based in Los Angeles, California.1 He is a member of the firm's Private Equity and Technology groups, co-chairs the Search Fund practice, and focuses on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and technology transactions.12

Lee's professional experience includes:

1. Partner at Goodwin since July 20161
2. Partner at K&L Gates from February 2012 to July 20161
3. Attorney at Paul Hastings from February 2004 to December 20081
4. Attorney at Shearman and Sterling from September 2000 to February 20041

He received his BA in Politics from Princeton University and his JD from Cornell Law School.12 Lee is admitted to practice law in California and New York.2

Stephen Lee has been recognized by Chambers USA for his work in Corporate/M&A and Private Equity in California from 2021 to 2024.2 He is also a former President of the Los Angeles Chapter for the Association for Corporate Growth and currently sits on its board.2

His expertise includes advising private equity funds, entrepreneurs, and corporate clients on various transactions, including carve-outs, asset and stock acquisitions, mergers, leveraged buyouts, and cross-border deals.2 Lee has particular experience in industries such as aerospace, software, technology, automotive, and medical devices.2