Pearline Hong
About Pearline Hong
Pearline Hong is a Senior Counsel at FINRA, with a background that includes roles at the U.S. Department of Justice and several prominent law firms. She holds a J.D. from New York University School of Law and a B.A. in Political Science from Yale University.
Current Role at FINRA
Pearline Hong serves as Senior Counsel at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) since 2021. In this role, she is involved in providing legal guidance and support on regulatory matters. Her extensive background in litigation and regulatory compliance informs her contributions to the organization. She previously held positions at FINRA as Counsel and Principal Counsel, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of the organization’s legal framework.
Previous Experience at the U.S. Department of Justice
Pearline Hong worked as a Trial Attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice from 2014 to 2018 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. During her tenure, she engaged in various legal proceedings and contributed to the department's mission of enforcing federal laws. This experience enhanced her litigation skills and provided her with a solid foundation in trial advocacy.
Litigation Experience at Law Firms
Prior to her current role, Pearline Hong held positions as a Litigation Associate at several law firms. She worked at Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP for 10 months in 2009, followed by a three-year tenure at Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP from 2011 to 2014. These roles involved managing complex litigation cases and developing legal strategies for diverse clients, further honing her expertise in the legal field.
Educational Background
Pearline Hong earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Yale University, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. She later obtained her Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law, completing her studies from 2006 to 2009. Additionally, she studied Chinese at Tsinghua University for one year in 2005-2006. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal principles and international perspectives.