Adam B. Gottlieb
About Adam B. Gottlieb
Adam B. Gottlieb serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Enforcement for the Crypto Assets & Cyber Unit at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position he has held since 2017. He has a background in law and political science, with previous roles at the SEC and Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Adam B. Gottlieb serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Enforcement, specifically within the Crypto Assets & Cyber Unit at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He has held this position since 2017, contributing to regulatory efforts in the rapidly evolving landscape of cryptocurrency and cyber-related enforcement. His role involves overseeing investigations and enforcement actions related to digital assets, ensuring compliance with federal securities laws.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Prior to his current role, Adam Gottlieb worked at the SEC in various capacities. He served as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement from 2013 to 2015, focusing on enforcement matters. After this, he was appointed as Senior Counsel in the Division of Enforcement's Market Abuse Unit from 2015 to 2017. His experience at the SEC has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of securities regulation and enforcement.
Legal Career at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP
Before joining the SEC, Adam Gottlieb was a Litigation Associate at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP from 2005 to 2013. During his eight years at the firm, he gained extensive experience in litigation, which laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in enforcement and regulatory compliance.
Education and Expertise
Adam Gottlieb earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Dartmouth College, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He then attended Georgetown University Law Center, graduating cum laude with a Juris Doctor degree in 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation in legal principles and government operations, which informs his work in enforcement at the SEC.