Brigitte Lippmann
About Brigitte Lippmann
Brigitte Lippmann is a Senior Counsel at the US Securities and Exchange Commission, where she has worked since 2003. She has extensive legal experience, having held positions at several prestigious law firms and organizations, including Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP and NASDAQ.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Brigitte Lippmann serves as Senior Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Washington, D.C. She has held this position since 2003, accumulating over 21 years of experience in regulatory compliance and legal advisory within the financial sector. Her role involves providing legal guidance on securities regulation and enforcement matters, contributing to the SEC's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Previous Experience at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Prior to her current role, Brigitte Lippmann worked as Of Counsel at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP from 2000 to 2002 in the Greater New York City Area. During her two years at the firm, she focused on legal issues related to corporate finance and securities law, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Legal Career at Paul Hastings
Brigitte Lippmann was an Associate at Paul Hastings from 1996 to 2000, also in the Greater New York City Area. In her four years at the firm, she gained valuable experience in corporate law, further developing her skills in legal analysis and client representation.
Educational Background in Law and Finance
Brigitte Lippmann has an extensive educational background. She earned her Doctor of Law (JD) from Albany Law School. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting and Finance from Northeastern University. Additionally, she completed her Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Securities & Financial Regulation at Georgetown University Law Center from 2011 to 2014, further solidifying her expertise in financial regulation.
Experience at NASDAQ and Other Firms
Before joining the SEC, Brigitte Lippmann worked as Chief Counsel in the Office of Appeals and Review at NASDAQ from 2002 to 2003 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. She also served as an Associate at Cahill Gordon & Reindel from 1989 to 1996 in the Greater New York City Area and worked as an Internal Auditor at ExxonMobil from 1984 to 1986 in the Houston, Texas Area. These roles contributed to her comprehensive understanding of both legal and financial sectors.