Sandra M. Formica

Associate

Sandra Formica represents clients in government enforcement matters involving the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the US Department of Justice (DOJ), and state regulatory agencies. Sandra regularly counsels clients in connection with internal investigations and government investigations and enforcement actions on matters involving federal and state securities laws, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and the False Claims Act (FCA). Sandra also regularly advises clients on a full range of regulatory and compliance issues including federal ethics laws, congressional and executive branch rules, and lobbying compliance. She represents clients from a wide range of industries, including the financial services, banking, technology, and life sciences sectors.

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Current Developments in SEC Enforcement for Private Funds and a Look Ahead 2024–2025

While in law school, Sandra served as a notes editor for The George Washington Law Review and interned for Judge Amit P. Mehta of the US District Court for the District of Columbia. Sandra was also bestowed with the President’s Volunteer Service Award (Gold Medal) for her work in her community. Sandra continues to maintain an active pro bono practice.

The George Washington University Law School, 2017, J.D., with Honors
University of Miami, 2014, A.B, Political Science and International Studies, minor in Philosophy , magna cum laude and Departmental Honors

Florida
District of Columbia

Recipient, GW Pro Bono Recognition Award

Recipient, The President’s Volunteer Service Award (Gold Medal)

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