Samuel A. Litz
About Samuel A. Litz
Samuel A. Litz serves as Senior Counsel in the Office of International Affairs at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. He has a diverse background in law and finance, with experience in various legal and analytical roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Samuel A. Litz serves as Senior Counsel in the Office of International Affairs at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the agency's international regulatory initiatives and policies. His role involves advising on matters related to international securities regulation and fostering collaboration with foreign regulatory bodies.
Previous Experience at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Prior to his current role, Litz worked at the SEC as Special Counsel in the Division of Trading and Markets from 2016 to 2022. He also completed an Honors Legal Internship in the Division of Enforcement in 2016. His tenure at the SEC has provided him with extensive experience in securities law and regulatory compliance.
Educational Background
Samuel A. Litz earned his Executive Master of Laws (LL.M) in Securities and Financial Regulation from Georgetown University Law Center, studying from 2016 to 2019. He also holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of Colorado School of Law, which he completed between 2013 and 2016. Additionally, he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Management (BSM) in finance and history from Tulane University in 2011.
Professional Experience Prior to SEC
Before joining the SEC, Litz held various positions in the finance and legal sectors. He worked as a Policy Analyst at the U.S. Department of the Treasury in 2020 and as a Legal Intern at Cisco in 2015. His early career included roles as an Equity Research Analyst at Tulane University and as an Account Administrator at Lockton Companies.
Internships and Early Career
Samuel A. Litz gained valuable experience through several internships during his academic career. He interned at First Bankers Banc in 2009, Johnson Rice & Company in 2010, and Alter Trading in 2011. These roles provided him with foundational skills in finance and equity research, contributing to his professional development.