Eric Griffith
About Eric Griffith
Eric Griffith is Counsel, Senior Director at SEI in New York, specializing in compliance with securities laws and mutual fund operations.
Current Position at SEI
Eric Griffith currently serves as Counsel, Senior Director at SEI in New York, New York, United States. Since October 2019, he has advised clients on compliance with FINRA Rules and other federal and state securities laws. His role includes offering counsel on issues arising under the Investment Company Act and the Investment Advisers Act. With a focus on the registration, distribution, and operation of 1940 Act registered mutual funds, including open-end, closed-end, and ETFs, Eric Griffith brings extensive expertise to SEI.
Previous Role at J.P. Morgan
Before joining SEI, Eric Griffith worked at J.P. Morgan as Vice President and Assistant General Counsel from 2012 to 2018. Based in New York, New York, he spent six years at J.P. Morgan, where he played a significant role in advising on legal and regulatory matters related to investment companies, investment advisers, and financial intermediaries.
Experience at Morgan Stanley
From 2005 to 2010, Eric Griffith held the position of Vice President at Morgan Stanley in New York, New York. During his five-year tenure, he gained valuable experience in the financial services industry, further solidifying his understanding of securities laws and compliance.
Early Career at Dechert LLP
Eric Griffith began his legal career as an Associate at Dechert LLP. He worked there for seven years, from 1998 to 2005, in New York, New York. His time at Dechert LLP provided him with foundational expertise in law, particularly in areas related to investment companies and securities.
Educational Background
Eric Griffith holds a J.D. from Boston College Law School, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics/Political Science from Trinity College-Hartford in 1991. His educational background laid the groundwork for his extensive career in law and finance.