Christopher C.
About Christopher C.
Christopher C. serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Investment Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has extensive legal experience, having held various positions at prominent law firms and financial institutions over the past 15 years.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Christopher C. serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Investment Management, Chief Counsel’s Office at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the regulatory framework governing investment management practices. His role involves providing legal guidance and support on various matters related to investment management regulations.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to his current role, Christopher C. accumulated extensive legal experience in various capacities. He worked at Dechert LLP as an Associate from 2008 to 2014 and later returned as Counsel from 2019 to 2021. He also served as Assistant General Counsel at American Realty Capital for one year and held multiple positions at Goldman Sachs, including Vice President and Associate General Counsel. His experience includes a role as Counsel at Thompson Hine LLP and as a Regulatory Affairs Intern at the National Association of Federal Credit Unions.
Education and Expertise
Christopher C. earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from The Catholic University of America, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education at The George Washington University Law School, obtaining his Juris Doctor degree from 2005 to 2008. His academic background provides a foundation for his legal expertise in investment management and regulatory affairs.
Career Progression
Christopher C.'s career began with a position as a Regulatory Affairs Intern in 2006. He gained early legal experience as a Summer Associate at Dechert LLP in 2007. Following his graduation from law school, he worked as a Law Clerk at Dechert LLP before advancing to various roles in the legal field, including significant positions at Goldman Sachs and other law firms. His career reflects a steady progression through increasingly responsible legal roles.