J.R. Morgan

J.R. Morgan is a senior legal professional who currently serves as the Assistant General Counsel, Senior Counsel for Investments, and Head of Securities Litigation at the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.12 With extensive experience in the investment management industry, Morgan plays a crucial role in overseeing legal matters related to investments and securities litigation for this large public pension fund.2

Professional Background

Prior to joining the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, J.R. Morgan worked as an investment management lawyer. He previously held a position as counsel at Andrews Kurth in Austin, Texas, where he primarily advised private fund sponsors on launching new investment vehicles.5

Current Responsibilities

At the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, Morgan's responsibilities include:

1. Providing legal guidance on investment-related matters
2. Overseeing securities litigation strategy
3. Participating in board meetings and policy discussions46

Morgan is also involved in the pension fund's approach to securities class actions. He has spoken at webinars discussing strategies for institutional investors to navigate the class action process, maximize recoveries, mitigate risks, and minimize costs.1

Ongoing Contributions

J.R. Morgan continues to be an active participant in the legal and investment community. He has been involved in hiring efforts to expand the legal team at the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.3 Additionally, he regularly contributes to policy discussions and reports on legal matters for the organization's board meetings.67