Benjamin Mishkin
About Benjamin Mishkin
Benjamin Mishkin serves as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He holds a J.D. from New York University School of Law and has extensive experience in litigation, having worked at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP for several years.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Benjamin Mishkin serves as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He has held this position since 2022, working out of New York, New York. In this role, he is involved in the enforcement of securities laws and regulations, contributing to the SEC's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin Mishkin earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from New York University School of Law, where he studied magna cum laude from 2010 to 2013. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Brown University, obtaining an A.B. in International Relations, also graduating magna cum laude from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal expertise in enforcement and litigation.
Background in Litigation
Before joining the SEC, Benjamin Mishkin worked at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP as a Litigation Associate. His tenure at the firm spanned seven years, from 2015 to 2022, and included a prior role as a Litigation Associate from 2013 to 2014. He also gained experience as a Summer Associate at the same firm in 2012. His work in litigation has equipped him with skills relevant to his current role in enforcement.
Experience in Advocacy and Organizing
Benjamin Mishkin has a background in advocacy and grassroots organizing. He worked as a National Grassroots Organizer for the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Field Organizer for Obama for America in 2008. These roles involved mobilizing support and advocating for policy changes, contributing to his understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks.