Sarah Routh
About Sarah Routh
Sarah Routh serves as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a position she has held since 2022. She has a diverse background in law, having worked at several prestigious law firms and completed her education at the University of Pennsylvania and Vanderbilt University Law School.
Current Role at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Sarah Routh serves as Counsel in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the agency's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets. In her role, she engages in legal analysis and enforcement actions related to securities law violations.
Previous Experience in Legal and Regulatory Roles
Prior to her current position, Sarah Routh worked at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP as an Associate from 2018 to 2022. She also held the position of Summer Associate at the same firm in 2017. Additionally, she gained experience as a Paralegal at Ballard Spahr LLP from 2013 to 2015, and as a Division of Enforcement Student Honors Intern at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in 2016.
Educational Background
Sarah Routh earned her Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Vanderbilt University Law School, completing her studies from 2015 to 2018. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her legal career.
Early Career Experience
In the early stages of her career, Sarah Routh held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Library Aide at Steptoe & Johnson LLP in 2010, a Customer Service Representative at the University of Pennsylvania's Houston Hall Student Union in 2011, and a Marketing Intern at the International Bar Association in 2012. Additionally, she served as a French Tutor at the University of Pennsylvania in 2011.