Matthew E. Newman
About Matthew E. Newman
Matthew E. Newman serves as Senior Counsel in the Office of Municipal Securities at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive legal experience, including roles at Buckley LLP, DLA Piper, and Alston & Bird, along with internships at various regulatory bodies.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Matthew E. Newman currently serves as Senior Counsel in the Office of Municipal Securities at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has held this position since 2023, working in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, he focuses on legal matters related to municipal securities, contributing to the regulatory framework that governs this sector.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Prior to his current role, Matthew E. Newman worked as a Legal Intern in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in 2012. This internship lasted for two months and took place in Atlanta, Georgia. During this time, he gained valuable experience in enforcement actions and regulatory compliance.
Educational Background
Matthew E. Newman earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Washington University in St. Louis, where he studied from 2011 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from the University of Florida, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Professional Experience at Law Firms
Matthew E. Newman has extensive experience in the legal field, having worked at several prominent law firms. He was an Associate at Buckley LLP from 2014 to 2020 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He then joined DLA Piper as an Associate for one year in Atlanta, Georgia, before moving to Alston & Bird as a Senior Associate from 2021 to 2023.
Internship Experience in Legal and Compliance
Matthew E. Newman has completed multiple internships in legal and compliance roles. In 2013, he interned at Edward Jones in the Legal & Compliance Divisions for two months in the Greater St. Louis Area. Additionally, he served as a Legal Intern in the Office of Enforcement at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for three months in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.