William Durkin
About William Durkin
William Durkin serves as a Staff Attorney in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in Boston, Massachusetts, a position he has held since 2023. He holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and has extensive experience in legal roles, including previous positions at the Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General and as Director at Elizabeth Peabody House.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
William Durkin has been serving as a Staff Attorney in the Division of Enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 2023. His role is based in Boston, Massachusetts, where he has been involved in various enforcement actions and legal proceedings related to securities law. His position entails analyzing complex legal issues, preparing legal documents, and representing the Commission in enforcement matters.
Education and Expertise
William Durkin earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Georgetown University Law Center, graduating magna cum laude in 2010. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science at Northeastern University, also graduating magna cum laude in 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation in legal principles and political systems, which supports his work in enforcement and legal analysis.
Background
Before joining the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, William Durkin held various legal positions. He served as the Director at Elizabeth Peabody House from 2018 to 2023, where he managed community programs. He also worked as a Special Assistant District Attorney at the Middlesex District Attorney's Office for six months in 2015, handling cases in Malden District Court. His experience includes a summer associate position at WilmerHale in 2009 and a legal internship at the Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 2008.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
William Durkin has held significant roles in various legal capacities. He was the Director and Senior Counsel of the Civil Recovery Unit at the Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General from 2019 to 2023. In this role, he oversaw civil recovery efforts and legal strategies. His earlier experience includes working as a Special Assistant District Attorney and as a summer associate, where he gained practical legal skills and insights into the judicial process.