Rachel Loko
About Rachel Loko
Rachel Loko serves as Senior Counsel and has an extensive legal background, including a Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School and a Master II in Business Law from Universite Paris V Renee Descarte. Her professional experience includes roles at Shearman & Sterling LLP and Grameen Foundation.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Rachel Loko serves as Senior Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support on various regulatory matters, contributing to the agency's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Loko earned her Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School, completing her studies from 2006 to 2009. Prior to this, she studied at Universite Paris V Renee Descarte, where she achieved a Master II in Droit des Affaires in 2003. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both U.S. and international law.
Background
Rachel Loko has a diverse professional background in law. She began her career as an Africa Legal Fellow at Grameen Foundation from 2009 to 2010, focusing on legal issues in the nonprofit sector. Following this role, she worked as an Associate at Shearman & Sterling LLP in New York for eight months in 2011, gaining experience in corporate law.
Professional Experience
Rachel Loko's professional experience includes significant roles in both nonprofit and corporate legal environments. At Grameen Foundation, she addressed legal challenges faced by the organization in Africa. At Shearman & Sterling LLP, she provided legal services in a fast-paced corporate setting, enhancing her expertise in transactional law.