Amanda R.
About Amanda R.
Amanda R. serves as Senior Counsel in the Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. She has extensive experience in legal practice, having worked in various roles within the SEC and at Dechert LLP.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Amanda R. serves as Senior Counsel in the Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit within the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. She has held this position since 2023, contributing her expertise in regulatory matters related to cryptocurrency and cyber issues. Her role involves overseeing enforcement actions and providing legal guidance on complex cases involving digital assets.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Prior to her current role, Amanda R. worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement from 2020 to 2022. In this capacity, she focused on enforcement actions and regulatory compliance. She also served as Counsel in the Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit from 2022 to 2023, further developing her specialization in this area.
Experience at Dechert LLP
Amanda R. began her legal career at Dechert LLP, where she worked as a Summer Associate for two months in 2011. She then returned to Dechert LLP as a White Collar & Securities Litigation Associate from 2012 to 2020. During her eight years at the firm, she gained significant experience in litigation and regulatory matters, preparing her for her subsequent roles in enforcement.
Educational Background
Amanda R. earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Cornell Law School, where she studied from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Psychology from Boston University, attending from 2004 to 2008. Her foundational education began at Brooklyn Technical High School, where she graduated with a High School Diploma in 2004.
Research Experience
Before her legal career, Amanda R. worked as a Research Associate at Smythe Masterson & Judd from 2008 to 2009. This role provided her with valuable research skills and insights into legal practices, contributing to her overall professional development.