Margaret Haggerty
About Margaret Haggerty
Margaret Haggerty is an attorney currently working in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 2023. She has a diverse background in legal roles, including positions at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and various law firms.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Margaret Haggerty currently serves as an Attorney in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the agency's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets. Her role involves legal analysis and enforcement actions related to securities law violations.
Previous Experience in Law
Prior to her current role at the SEC, Margaret Haggerty worked as an Associate at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP from 2022 to 2023. She also served as an Associate at McGonigle, P.C. from 2019 to 2022, where she focused on legal matters in New York. Additionally, she gained experience as a Legal Extern in Enforcement at FINRA in 2017 and participated in the SEC's Legal Honors Program in 2019.
Internship Experience at Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
In 2018, Margaret Haggerty completed a four-month internship as a Consumer Compliance Legal Intern at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. This role provided her with practical experience in consumer compliance and regulatory issues within the financial sector.
Educational Background
Margaret Haggerty earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Saint Anselm College, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background supports her legal career and expertise in regulatory matters.
Volunteer Experience
Margaret Haggerty has a history of volunteer work, including her role as a Volunteer/City-Runner with Up With People in 2008 for five months. This experience reflects her commitment to community service and engagement.