David Karasik, a Senior Adviser with StoneTurn, brings nearly 30 years of experience as a securities regulation attorney with a deep specialization in securities fraud. As a former Senior Attorney with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC), he works with clients on cross-border matters related to investigations and enforcement, as well as securities regulation.

During his time with the SEC, David served in roles across several divisions, including the Division of Enforcement, Division of Examinations, Division of Trading and Markets, and most recently, the Official of International Affairs. Over his 12-year tenure at the Office of International Affairs, David advised the SEC and foreign investigators on formal and ad hoc methods to obtain documentary and testimonial evidence using compelled and voluntary processes regarding suspected violations of the Securities Act, Securities Exchange Act, Investment Advisers Act, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).

Throughout his career, David oversaw cases pertaining to a wide range of regulatory issues, including compliance with and adequacy of internal policies, procedures, and controls, and investigations into suspected violations of the federal securities laws, particularly the anti-fraud provisions of the Securities Act and Securities Exchange Act concerning insider trading, market manipulation, fraudulent securities offerings, and accounting fraud matters. David also participated in a one-year rotation program with the U.S. Department of the Treasury as an International Development Analyst for the Office of International Affairs.

A sought-after thought leader, David has written articles and offered guest lectures and spoken on panels globally on a range of topics including corruption, fraud schemes, whistleblowing, and more. He earned his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and is a member of the State Bar of California.