About Stanley C.

Stanley C. Morris is an attorney specializing in securities litigation and SEC enforcement actions. He was admitted to the California bar on September 25, 1996, and is currently active. He is also admitted to practice in New York since 1990. Morris is a partner at Corrigan & Morris LLP, located in Santa Monica, California, where he has been practicing since 2000.

Morris completed his undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1986. He then attended Washington and Lee University School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctor in 1990. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation for his legal career.

His practice areas include securities litigation, SEC investigations, CFTC investigations, FINRA investigations, FINRA arbitrations, whistleblower actions, business litigation, and corporate matters. Morris has experience handling various legal stages, including investigations, litigation, arbitrations, and trials, demonstrating his comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape.

Morris has held several significant positions throughout his career, including Corporate Associate at Carter Ledyard & Milburn, Senior Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and Assistant General Counsel at Century Aluminum Company. He has also served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney at the U.S. Department of Justice. His extensive experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex legal issues.

He is a member of the Association of Securities and Exchange Commission Alumni and serves as a FINRA Panel Arbitrator. Morris has been recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2021 to 2026, reflecting his professional standing in the legal community. He has also authored publications, including an article titled "You said what to the SEC?" which showcases his expertise in the field.

Education

Univ of North Carolina

Undergraduate Degree

Washington & Lee Univ School of Law

Law Degree

Experience

Partner

Corrigan & Morris LLP
2000

Assistant General Counsel

Century Aluminum Company
1998

Corporate Group

Jones Day
1996

Special Assistant United States Lawyer

U.S. Dept. of Justice
1995

Senior Counsel

United States Securities and Exchange Commission
1992

Corporate Group

Carter Ledyard & Milburn - New York
1990

Accepted Jurisdictions

California
New York

Court Admissions

United States District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court
United States District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court
United States District Court for the Northern District of California U.S. District Court
United States District Court for the Southern District of New York U.S. District Court
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

securities litigation SEC investigations and enforcement actions CFTC investigations FINRA investigations FINRA arbitrations whistleblower actions business litigation corporate matters

Legal Services Scope

Investigations Litigation Arbitrations Trials

Professional Associations

SEC Alumni Association

has membership 2001 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 201 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica CA 90401