Michael Kosoff
About Michael Kosoff
Michael Kosoff serves as Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in compliance related to securities law and specializes in the regulation of mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment products.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Michael Kosoff has held multiple positions at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2005. He began as Senior Counsel, serving from 2005 to 2011. Following this role, he worked as Branch Chief from 2011 to 2015. Since 2015, he has been serving as Senior Special Counsel. His work primarily focuses on compliance related to securities law and the regulation of investment products.
Education and Expertise
Michael Kosoff earned a Juris Doctor (JD) from the University at Buffalo School of Law, where he studied Financial Transactions from 2001 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from the University at Albany, completed from 1997 to 2001. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University at Buffalo School of Management, studying from 2002 to 2005. His expertise includes compliance in securities law and regulation of mutual funds, ETFs, variable insurance products, and closed-end funds.
Background
Before his extensive career at the SEC, Michael Kosoff interned at FINRA (formerly NASD) for three months in 2004. His background in both law and finance has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex regulatory environments in the investment management sector.
Achievements in Securities Regulation
Throughout his career at the SEC, Michael Kosoff has contributed to the Disclosure Review and Accounting Office within the Division of Investment Management. His role involves overseeing compliance and regulatory matters concerning various investment products, ensuring adherence to securities laws and regulations.