Peter Haggerty
About Peter Haggerty
Peter Haggerty serves as the Senior Regulatory Counsel for the Division of Examinations at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where he has over a decade of experience in regulatory and examination programs.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Peter Haggerty serves as Senior Regulatory Counsel in the Division of Examinations, specifically within the Investment Adviser/Investment Company Examination Program at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the oversight and regulation of investment advisers and companies. His role involves ensuring compliance with federal securities laws and enhancing the effectiveness of examination programs.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Haggerty has accumulated over a decade of experience at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Prior to his current role, he worked as Senior Counsel in the Asset Management Unit of the Division of Enforcement from 2010 to 2014. He also served as Special Counsel in the Office of Chief Counsel within the Division of Trading and Markets from 2014 to 2017. His work has focused on regulatory compliance and enforcement actions within the financial sector.
Legal Career at McGuireWoods LLP
Before joining the SEC, Peter Haggerty worked as a Senior Associate at McGuireWoods LLP from 2000 to 2004. During his tenure at the law firm located in McLean, Virginia, he gained experience in various legal matters, contributing to his expertise in regulatory issues and compliance.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Peter Haggerty earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. He then attended William & Mary Law School, obtaining his Doctor of Law (JD) degree from 1991 to 1994. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in regulatory law and compliance.