Atty. Emma Bennett

Atty. Emma Bennett

Emma Bennett focuses her practice on complex enforcement matters, as well as other disputes and investigations in the financial services industry. She regularly represents financial institutions, investment advisors, broker-dealers, and companies in regulatory enforcement actions and investigations before the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and other state criminal and regulatory authorities.

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Profile Summary

About Emma Bennett at a glance

Emma Bennett is a securities and litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation (2026). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Emma Bennett focuses her practice on complex enforcement matters, as well as other disputes and investigations in the financial services industry
  • She regularly represents financial institutions, investment advisors, broker-dealers, and companies in regulatory enforcement actions and investigations before the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and other state criminal and regulatory authorities
  • She also has experience conducting internal investigations for public companies and financial institutions, and in providing financial services clients with legal counsel concerning regulatory issues
  • She joined WilmerHale as a summer associate in 2016

Practice Areas Explained

Emma Bennett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Emma Bennett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Emma Bennett

Where is Emma Bennett's law office located?
Emma Bennett's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emma Bennett handle?
Emma Bennett focuses on securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Emma Bennett go to law school?
Emma Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 2017).
How can I contact Emma Bennett for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Emma Bennett received?
Emma Bennett's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities; Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 2017

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026

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