David Blass

David Blass is a Partner in the Investment Funds Practice at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, based in their Washington, D.C. office.1 He is a prominent regulatory lawyer specializing in the funds industry, with extensive experience in various aspects of financial regulation and compliance.1

Professional Background

Expertise:: David Blass is known for his expertise in:

• Innovative registered funds products
• Investment Advisers Act compliance
• SEC examination and enforcement matters
• Broker-dealer regulatory compliance1

Previous Roles::

• General Counsel of the Investment Company Institute (ICI)
• Chief Counsel and Associate Director in the SEC's Division of Trading and Markets
• Associate General Counsel at the SEC
• Senior role in the SEC's Division of Investment Management1

Accomplishments and Recognition

David Blass has received several accolades for his work in the legal field:

• Named "Independent Counsel of the Year" by Fund Intelligence's Mutual Fund Industry & ETF Awards in 2021
• Consistently recognized as a "Highly Regarded Lawyer" by IFLR1000
• Clients describe him as an "excellent regulatory lawyer" who is "very knowledgeable and easy to work with" according to Chambers Global1

Education

• J.D. from Columbia Law School in 1998
• B.A. from the University of Alabama in 19941

David Blass is well-regarded in the legal community for his deep understanding of regulatory requirements in the asset management industry and his experience in both private practice and government roles. His unique background allows him to provide strategic and regulatory advice to asset management firms and broker-dealers.1