Samuel Israel
About Samuel Israel
Samuel Israel is the Vice President, Ethics, Conflicts of Interest Program Director at State Street Corporation, with extensive experience in legal and regulatory counseling.
Current Role at State Street Corporation
Samuel Israel serves as the Vice President and Ethics, Conflicts of Interest Program Director at State Street Corporation. Since joining the company in 2016, he has been located in the Greater Boston Area. His role involves overseeing ethics programs and managing conflicts of interest, which aligns with his extensive background in regulatory and legal counseling.
Past Experience at TD Ameritrade
From 2015 to 2016, Samuel Israel worked as a Legal Contractor at TD Ameritrade in Columbia, Maryland. During his time there, he gained experience in legal matters relevant to a major brokerage firm and further developed his skills in compliance and legal counseling.
Role at FINRA
Samuel Israel served as Chief Counsel for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) for 14 years, from 2000 to 2014, in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. His responsibilities included providing regulatory and legal guidance, conducting investigations, and managing litigation. This role established him as an authority in regulatory compliance and financial industry ethics.
Early Career as a Trial Attorney
Before his tenure at FINRA, Samuel Israel worked as a Trial Attorney at several firms, including Miles & Stockbridge, P.C., Weinberg and Green, and Levan, Schimel, Belman and Abramson. From 1988 to 2000, he honed his litigation skills in Columbia, Maryland, managing investigations and court cases, which laid a strong foundation for his later roles in regulatory compliance and ethics management.
Educational Background
Samuel Israel holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Georgetown University Law Center, achieved in 1970. He also has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, magna cum laude, from the University of Maryland, obtained the same year. His education provided a strong legal and psychological foundation, essential for his career in ethical and legal counseling.
Expertise in Compliance Management
Throughout his career, Samuel Israel has demonstrated expertise in compliance management, notably implementing a central control infrastructure for a global financial institution. His extensive experience includes managing investigations and providing regulatory and legal counseling, reinforcing his reputation as a seasoned litigator and compliance expert.