Song Pak Brandon
About Song Pak Brandon
Song Pak Brandon serves as Senior Special Counsel in the Office of Chief Counsel at the Division of Examinations for the US Securities and Exchange Commission, a position he has held since 2013. He holds a JD and MBA in Finance from American University, as well as an MA and BA in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Song Pak Brandon has served as Senior Special Counsel in the Office of Chief Counsel, Division of Examinations at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) since 2013. In this role, he provides legal guidance and oversight related to the examination of financial institutions and investment firms. His work contributes to the SEC's mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets. He is based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Education and Expertise
Song Pak Brandon holds multiple advanced degrees. He earned a Juris Doctor (JD) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from American University. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Arts (MA) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. This diverse educational background equips him with a unique perspective on legal, financial, and psychological aspects relevant to his role at the SEC.
Background
Prior to his current position at the SEC, Song Pak Brandon worked as a Banking and Financial Services Associate at Thacher Proffitt & Wood LLP from 2000 to 2002. This experience in a law firm specializing in banking and financial services provided him with foundational knowledge and skills that he applies in his current role at the SEC.
Professional Experience
With over two decades of experience in the legal and financial sectors, Song Pak Brandon has developed a strong expertise in regulatory compliance and examination processes. His tenure at the SEC, combined with his previous role in a law firm, has allowed him to build a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks governing financial institutions.