Carrie O'brien
About Carrie O'brien
Carrie O'Brien serves as Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where she analyzes issues related to foreign registrants and acts as a liaison on broker-dealer regulation and market structure.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Carrie O'Brien serves as Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2014. In this role, she analyzes issues related to the examination of foreign registrants presented by the Office of International Affairs. O'Brien acts as a liaison between the Division of Trading and Markets, the Commissioners’ offices, and the Office of Compliance Inspections and Examinations (OCIE). Her work includes coordinating comments on Commission rulemakings, focusing on broker-dealer regulation and market structure.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Before her current position, Carrie O'Brien worked at the SEC as Special Counsel from 2007 to 2014. During her tenure, she contributed to various regulatory initiatives and compliance examinations. Her experience in this role provided her with a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and the operational dynamics within the Commission.
Professional Background at Arnold & Porter
Prior to her work at the SEC, Carrie O'Brien was an Associate at Arnold & Porter from 2002 to 2007. In this capacity, she gained valuable experience in legal practice, focusing on regulatory matters and compliance issues. This role helped to establish her expertise in the field and prepared her for her subsequent positions in government service.
Education and Expertise
Carrie O'Brien holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marine Affairs and Political Science from the University of Rhode Island, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from 1999 to 2002. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in regulatory analysis and compliance.