Brittany Hamelers
About Brittany Hamelers
Brittany Hamelers serves as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position she has held since 2015. She earned her JD from the University of Chicago Law School and holds a BA in Political Science from Howard University.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Brittany Hamelers has been serving as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 2015. In this role, she is involved in the enforcement of federal securities laws, contributing to investigations and legal proceedings related to securities violations. Her work supports the SEC's mission to protect investors and maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Education and Expertise
Brittany Hamelers earned her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from the University of Chicago Law School, where she studied from 2005 to 2008. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government from Howard University, studying from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in legal principles and regulatory frameworks.
Previous Experience at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Before joining the SEC, Brittany Hamelers worked as an Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP from 2008 to 2015. During her tenure, she gained experience in various legal practices, which contributed to her expertise in enforcement and regulatory matters.
Summer Associate Positions
Brittany Hamelers completed summer associate positions at two law firms prior to her role at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. She worked as a Summer Associate at King and Spalding in 2007 for three months and at McGuireWoods in 2006 for three months. These experiences provided her with practical legal training and exposure to different areas of law.