Daniel Gallagher

Daniel Gallagher is a prominent figure in the financial and legal sectors, currently serving as the Chief Legal Officer at Robinhood Markets.14 His career is marked by extensive experience in both public service and private practice.

Professional Background

Current Role:: Gallagher joined Robinhood as Chief Legal, Compliance and Corporate Affairs Officer in May 2020.5

Previous Positions::

• Commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from 2011 to 201513
• Partner and Deputy Chair of the Securities Department at WilmerHale3
• Chief Legal Officer at Mylan N.V., a global pharmaceutical company3
• President of Patomak Global Partners, a financial services consulting firm5

Government Service

During his time at the SEC, Gallagher:

• Served as counsel to SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins and Chairman Christopher Cox3
• Held the position of deputy director and co-acting director of the Division of Trading and Markets3
• Was involved in the agency's response to the financial crisis, including the Lehman Brothers liquidation1

Education

• J.D. from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law34
• B.A. in English from Georgetown University34

Professional Affiliations

Gallagher serves on several boards and advisory committees:

• Board member of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)3
• Advisory board member for the Institute for Law and Economics at the University of Pennsylvania3
• Advisory board member for the Center for Corporate Governance at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business3

Recent Developments

As of October 2024, Gallagher is reportedly a leading candidate to head the SEC if former President Donald Trump wins the upcoming November election.2 This potential appointment is particularly noteworthy given Gallagher's experience with cryptocurrency initiatives at Robinhood and his previous role as an SEC commissioner.2

Daniel Gallagher's diverse experience in regulatory matters, financial markets, and corporate legal affairs positions him as a significant figure in the intersection of finance, technology, and regulation.