Alexis Hassell
About Alexis Hassell
Alexis Hassell serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Investment Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. She has a diverse background in law, having worked at several prestigious firms and earned degrees in law and cognitive science.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Alexis Hassell currently serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Investment Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the regulatory framework governing investment management practices. Her role involves providing legal guidance and support on various matters related to investment management, ensuring compliance with federal securities laws.
Education and Expertise
Alexis Hassell obtained her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Georgetown University Law Center, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Cognitive Science, Psychology, and Statistics from The University of Texas at Austin, studying from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, she completed a Certificate in Finance at UC San Diego from 2009 to 2010. This diverse educational background equips her with a comprehensive understanding of legal, psychological, and financial principles.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Alexis Hassell worked as an Associate in Asset Management at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP from 2020 to 2023. She also held the position of Associate in Financial Services at Dechert LLP from 2014 to 2016. Earlier in her career, she gained experience as a Summer Associate at Dechert LLP in 2013 and as a Legal Intern in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission in 2012. These roles provided her with extensive experience in legal practices related to investment and financial services.