Elizabeth Mc Fadden
About Elizabeth Mc Fadden
Elizabeth McFadden serves as the Deputy General Counsel for General Law and Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive legal experience, including previous roles at the U.S. Department of Education and Dow Lohnes PLLC.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Elizabeth McFadden serves as the Deputy General Counsel for General Law and Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the legal framework and management strategies within the agency. Her role involves providing legal guidance on various matters related to securities regulation and compliance.
Experience at U.S. Department of Education
Elizabeth McFadden has extensive experience at the U.S. Department of Education, where she has been serving as Deputy General Counsel since 2011. Prior to this role, she worked as Assistant General Counsel from 2003 to 2011. Her tenure at the Department spans over 13 years, during which she has dealt with legal issues pertaining to education policy and administration.
Previous Work at Dow Lohnes PLLC
Before her time at the U.S. Department of Education, Elizabeth McFadden worked as an Attorney at Dow Lohnes PLLC from 1991 to 2003. During her 12 years at the firm, she gained experience in various legal practices, which contributed to her expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Elizabeth McFadden earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government from Trinity Washington University, where she studied from 1982 to 1986. She furthered her education at the University of Virginia School of Law, obtaining her Doctor of Law (JD) degree from 1988 to 1991. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her legal career.