Noel Gittens
About Noel Gittens
Noel Gittens serves as Litigation Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, bringing over 20 years of experience in federal securities law enforcement. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, an MBA in Finance, Taxation & Mathematics, and a JD in Law.
Current Role as Litigation Counsel
Noel Gittens serves as Litigation Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Washington, District of Columbia. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the agency's mission of enforcing federal securities laws. In this role, he actively manages SEC Fair Fund distributions to investors, which includes drafting distribution plans for approval by the Commission and federal district courts.
Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Gittens has extensive experience at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, having worked there for a total of 17 years. He began his tenure as an Attorney/Senior Attorney in the Division of Enforcement from 1992 to 2000. He then advanced to Branch Chief in the same division from 2000 to 2009, followed by a role as Senior Investigations Counsel from 2009 to 2019. His experience includes investigating and prosecuting federal securities law violations.
Education and Expertise
Noel Gittens holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Howard University School of Law, which he completed from 1987 to 1990. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance, Taxation, and Mathematics from LIU Brooklyn from 1984 to 1985. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Accounting from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill, Barbados, from 1977 to 1981. His educational background supports his expertise in law, finance, and accounting.
Financial and Accounting Experience
Gittens has over seven years of experience in financial and accounting roles, which includes preparing financial statements. This experience complements his legal expertise, particularly in the context of securities law and enforcement. His background in finance and accounting enhances his ability to navigate complex financial regulations and litigation.
Litigation Experience
Noel Gittens has more than 20 years of experience in investigating and prosecuting federal securities law violations. He has litigated securities law cases in both federal district courts and administrative proceedings. His extensive litigation experience is instrumental in his current role at the SEC, where he handles significant legal matters related to securities enforcement.