Michael Killoy
About Michael Killoy
Michael Killoy serves as a General Attorney at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, specializing in Corporation Finance Disclosure Policy and Accounting. He has a diverse legal background, including previous roles as Attorney and Attorney-Advisor at the SEC, as well as experience at the Federal Trade Commission and Eaton Vance.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Michael Killoy has held multiple positions at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He began as an intern in the Student Honors Program within the Division of Corporation Finance in 2015. He then served as an Attorney-Advisor from 2015 to 2019, followed by another tenure as Attorney-Advisor from 2019 to 2020. He worked as an Attorney from 2020 to 2022 and returned as a General Attorney in 2023. His current role involves responsibilities related to legal policy development, which he has been engaged in since July 2023.
Education and Expertise
Michael Killoy's educational background includes a Juris Doctor degree from Boston University School of Law, which he obtained from 2013 to 2015. He also studied at Suffolk University Law School for one year in 2012-2013. Prior to his law education, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Providence College from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, he studied Irish History and Politics at the University of Galway for 11 months in 2009. His expertise includes Corporation Finance Disclosure Policy and Accounting.
Background
Before his extensive career at the SEC, Michael Killoy worked as a Paralegal Specialist at the Federal Trade Commission from 2010 to 2012. He also gained experience as a Legal Intern at Eaton Vance in 2014. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on legal roles within government agencies and financial institutions, contributing to his understanding of regulatory frameworks.
Achievements
Michael Killoy has been involved in legal policy development at the SEC since July 2023. His work has contributed to the SEC's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets. His specialization in Corporation Finance Disclosure Policy and Accounting underscores his role in shaping regulatory practices within the agency.