Brandon Sisson
About Brandon Sisson
Brandon Sisson is an attorney currently working in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has a diverse background in law, having held various positions including associate at Sidley Austin LLP and Ropes & Gray LLP, as well as roles at Northeastern University School of Law.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Brandon Sisson currently serves as an attorney in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the agency's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets. His role involves investigating potential violations of securities laws and enforcing compliance.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to his current role at the SEC, Brandon Sisson worked as an associate at several prestigious law firms. He was with Ropes & Gray LLP from 2020 to 2022 and Sidley Austin LLP from 2022 to 2023. His experience includes various legal practices, enhancing his expertise in enforcement and compliance matters.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Sisson earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Northeastern University, focusing on Business and Commercial Law from 2015 to 2018. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Literature and Theatre Arts from Le Moyne College, which he completed from 2011 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Teaching and Editorial Roles
Brandon Sisson has held teaching and editorial positions at Northeastern University School of Law. He was a Contracts Teaching Assistant for four months in 2017 and served as the Law Review Articles Editor from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he was a Law Review Staff Member from 2016 to 2017, contributing to the academic community and legal scholarship.
Internship Experience
Brandon Sisson gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as a legal intern at the United States Attorney's Office from 2016 to 2017 and as a judicial intern at the U.S. District Courts in 2016. These roles provided him with practical insights into the legal system and enhanced his understanding of enforcement and litigation.