David Benson
About David Benson
David Benson serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, bringing extensive legal experience in federal securities law enforcement. He holds a JD with honors from Chicago-Kent College of Law and a B.S. in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
David Benson currently serves as Senior Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Denver, Colorado. He has held this position since 2021. Prior to this role, he worked in various capacities at the SEC, including Senior Counsel for the Asset Management Unit and Counsel to the Director of Enforcement. His extensive experience at the SEC includes conducting investigations and litigating cases to enforce federal securities laws.
Education and Expertise
David Benson earned a Bachelor of Science degree, cum laude, in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. He later attended Chicago-Kent College of Law, where he achieved his Juris Doctor with honors from 2000 to 2003. Benson is licensed to practice law in Illinois and is admitted to practice in multiple federal courts, including the Central District of Illinois and the Northern District of Illinois.
Background
David Benson has a diverse legal background that includes experience in government, law firm, and in-house settings. He began his career as an Executive Compensation Consultant at Aon and later transitioned to legal roles at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, where he served as an Associate and later as a Partner. His career also includes significant time at the SEC, where he has held various roles since 2013.
Achievements
Throughout his legal career, David Benson has been recognized for his creativity, sound judgment, business acumen, and advocacy skills. His work has involved extensive investigations and litigation in federal courts, particularly in the context of enforcing federal securities laws. His contributions to the SEC and previous roles reflect a commitment to upholding regulatory standards in the financial sector.