Benjamin Wasserman
About Benjamin Wasserman
Benjamin Wasserman is an attorney at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where he has worked in the Division of Enforcement since 2022. His previous experience includes roles as a law clerk, associate at a law firm, and various legal internships.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Benjamin Wasserman has been serving as an Attorney in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 2022. His role involves enforcing federal securities laws and ensuring compliance within the financial markets. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, he contributes to the agency's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Previous Experience in Law
Prior to his current position, Wasserman worked at the U.S. District Court as a Law Clerk from 2017 to 2018 in West Palm Beach, Florida. He also served as an Associate at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP from 2018 to 2022, where he specialized in White Collar Defense & Investigations. His experience includes a role as a Legal Intern at the Office of the New York State Attorney General in 2015, focusing on the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.
Educational Background
Wasserman earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Duke University School of Law, completing his studies from 2014 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Pennsylvania, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His foundational education includes attending Roslyn High School from 2004 to 2008.
Internships and Early Career
During his early career, Wasserman gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as a Summer Associate at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in 2016 and held positions as a Research Assistant at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs and the Foreign Policy Research Institute in 2010 and 2011, respectively. Additionally, he served as a Paralegal in the FCPA Unit of the U.S. Department of Justice from 2012 to 2014.