Nathan Schuur
About Nathan Schuur
Nathan Schuur serves as Counsel to Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where he has worked since 2021, focusing on policy counsel. He has prior experience in major law firms and holds a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Nathan Schuur has served as Counsel to Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2021. In this role, he provides policy counsel and is involved in regulatory matters related to investment management. His position is on detail from the Rulemaking Office of the Division of Investment Management, where he contributes to the development and implementation of rules affecting investment funds and related entities.
Education and Expertise
Nathan Schuur earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Michigan Law School, where he studied from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from The Evergreen State College, completing his degree from 2009 to 2012. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in investment management and regulatory compliance.
Background in Law Firms
Before joining the SEC, Nathan Schuur worked at prominent law firms. He was an Associate in the Investment Funds Group at Kirkland & Ellis from 2017 to 2021, where he focused on investment fund matters. Prior to that, he was an Associate in the Investment Management Group at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP from 2015 to 2017. His experience in these roles has equipped him with extensive knowledge of investment management law.
Professional Experience Timeline
Nathan Schuur's professional career includes significant roles in the legal field. After completing his education, he began his career at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, where he worked for two years. He then transitioned to Kirkland & Ellis for four years before taking his current position at the SEC. This timeline reflects his progression and deepening expertise in investment management law.