Emily Rowland
About Emily Rowland
Emily Rowland is an attorney currently working in the Division of Investment Management's Rulemaking Office at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position she has held since 2016. She earned her J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and has previous experience as a corporate associate at Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP and as an associate at Debevoise & Plimpton.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Emily Rowland has been employed at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2016. She serves as an Attorney in the Division of Investment Management's Rulemaking Office. In this role, she contributes to the development and implementation of regulations that govern investment management practices. Her work supports the SEC's mission to protect investors and maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Education and Expertise
Emily Rowland earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, where she studied law from 2000 to 2003. Prior to her law degree, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Geography at Dartmouth College from 1996 to 2000. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in legal principles and analytical skills relevant to her current role.
Previous Legal Experience
Before joining the SEC, Emily Rowland worked at Debevoise & Plimpton as an Associate from 2003 to 2006. She then transitioned to Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP, where she served as a Corporate Associate from 2006 to 2009. These positions allowed her to gain significant experience in corporate law and investment management prior to her current role at the SEC.
Professional Background
Emily Rowland has a diverse professional background in the legal field, with a focus on investment management and corporate law. Her career spans over two decades, during which she has developed expertise in regulatory compliance and legal frameworks governing investment practices. This experience informs her contributions to the SEC's regulatory initiatives.