Eric F. Grossman serves as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Administrative Officer at Morgan Stanley, where he leads the firm's global legal, compliance, regulatory affairs, government relations, and corporate responsibility functions. With over three decades of experience in corporate law and financial services, Grossman joined Morgan Stanley in 2005 after a distinguished career as a partner at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, one of the world's premier law firms. His early roles included advising on complex mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, and high-stakes litigation for major financial institutions, honing his expertise in navigating intricate regulatory landscapes. At Morgan Stanley, Grossman has been instrumental in steering the firm through pivotal challenges, including the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, major regulatory reforms like Dodd-Frank, and evolving global compliance standards. He played a key role in the firm's strategic initiatives, such as the acquisition of E*TRADE and the integration of Eaton Vance, while fostering a culture of ethical governance and risk management. Under his leadership, Morgan Stanley has consistently ranked among top performers in legal and compliance benchmarks, earning accolades for corporate responsibility and transparency. Today, Grossman oversees a team of thousands across Legal and Compliance, Global Corporate Affairs, and Administrative Services, ensuring the firm remains agile amid geopolitical shifts, technological disruptions, and heightened scrutiny from regulators worldwide. A graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School, he is a trusted advisor to the Board of Directors and CEO Ted Pick, embodying Morgan Stanley's commitment to integrity and innovation in the financial services industry.