Elizabeth Miller
About Elizabeth Miller
Elizabeth Miller is the Associate General Counsel for Corporate Governance at Fannie Mae in Washington, D.C., with a background in law and extensive experience at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP.
Current Role at Fannie Mae
Elizabeth Miller serves as the Associate General Counsel, Corporate Governance at Fannie Mae. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, she has been with the organization since July 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing corporate governance matters, which include ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, advising the board of directors, and managing corporate policies.
Previous Roles at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Elizabeth Miller worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in several capacities. From 2019 to 2020, she was a Detail, Attorney-Adviser in the Office of Chief Counsel, OCIE. Prior to that, she served as a Senior Counsel in the Chief Counsel's Office of the Division of Investment Management from 2015 to 2021. Her responsibilities included providing legal counsel, interpreting securities laws, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Experience at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
At Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, Elizabeth Miller gained significant legal experience. She worked as an Associate in the Asset Management Group from 2011 to 2015, focusing on legal issues related to asset management. She also served as a Summer Associate in 2009, where she undertook various legal assignments and research tasks, giving her early exposure to high-stakes legal work.
Educational Background
Elizabeth Miller holds a prestigious educational background in law and economics. She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of Virginia School of Law, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Applied Economics & Management from Cornell University. Her education has provided a solid foundation for her career in corporate law and governance.