Katy Burke
About Katy Burke
Katy Burke serves as Vice President and Counsel at Eaton Vance Management, where she oversees disclosure in registration statements and manages SEC comments. She has extensive experience in fund management and compliance, having previously held a similar role at Wellington Management.
Work at Eaton Vance Management
Katy Burke has been serving as Vice President and Counsel at Eaton Vance Management since 2006. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing all disclosure in registration statements and managing communications with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Her tenure at Eaton Vance spans 18 years, during which she has contributed to the firm's legal and compliance framework.
Previous Experience at Wellington Management
Before joining Eaton Vance, Katy Burke worked at Wellington Management as Vice President and Counsel for seven years, from 1999 to 2006. Her role involved similar responsibilities related to compliance and legal oversight, further solidifying her expertise in the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Katy Burke earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from New England Law | Boston, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration from Saint Michael's College, studying from 1985 to 1989. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in legal compliance and fund management.
Regulatory Compliance and Fund Management
Katy Burke has significant experience in launching various types of investment funds, including stand-alone funds, master/feeder funds, and actively managed exchange-traded funds. She develops compliance policies and procedures, advises the compliance group, and monitors the regulatory environment to ensure that necessary changes are implemented.
Mentorship and Leadership
In her current position, Katy Burke supervises and mentors two junior attorneys. This role highlights her commitment to fostering the development of legal professionals within her organization and ensuring that the next generation is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge in the field.