Matthew Fitzpatrick

Matthew Fitzpatrick is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in law, compliance, and investigations. Currently serving as a Senior Investigator in the Ethics & Compliance division at FirstEnergy since April 2022, Fitzpatrick addresses issues related to EEO, HR, pensions, and corporate ethics. Prior to this role, a distinguished 23-year tenure at the Drug Enforcement Administration was marked by investigations into complex drug trafficking, cyber trafficking, and money laundering. Fitzpatrick's legal foundation was built as an Associate Attorney at J.D. Haines and Associates, where responsibilities included contract negotiation and real estate transactions. Earlier in the career, experience as a Loan Clerk at M&T Bank involved processing various loan types. Academically, Fitzpatrick holds a Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and a dual Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts from SUNY College at Fredonia.