Elizabeth M. Harris

Elizabeth M. Harris is the Chief of the New Jersey Bureau of Securities, a position she assumed on January 16, 2024.1 In this role, she leads the Bureau, which operates within the Division of Consumer Affairs and is responsible for protecting investors from fraud and regulating the securities industry in New Jersey.1

Professional Background

Prior to her appointment as Bureau Chief, Harris had a diverse career in both the public and private sectors:

1. Vice President: She most recently served as a vice president in the public finance banking department at Morgan Stanley, where she was involved in various aspects of debt financing.1

2. Federal Prosecutor: Harris previously worked as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey.1

3. General Counsel: She held the position of General Counsel to the Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation.1

4. Private Practice: Harris worked as an associate at K&L Gates LLP in New York, NY and Newark, NJ, where she represented clients in commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense, and securities litigation.1

Education

Elizabeth M. Harris has a strong educational background:

• B.A. from Fordham University
• M.A. from Columbia University, Teachers College
• J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law1

Appointment and Responsibilities

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin appointed Harris to her current position, citing her legal experience, financial acumen, and sound judgment as qualities that make her an excellent fit to lead the Bureau.1 In her role, Harris is responsible for overseeing the Bureau's efforts to protect New Jersey investors, regulate the state's financial markets, and collaborate with agencies across the country and globally to investigate and enforce securities laws.1

Elizabeth M. Harris is a New Jersey native, bringing local knowledge and a commitment to protecting the state's investors to her position as Chief of the Bureau of Securities.1