David Beaning

David Beaning is an experienced legal professional currently serving as Assistant General Counsel at Radian since May 2022. Previously, David held multiple roles at S&P Global Ratings, notably as Analytical Policies and Procedures Manager and Senior Director of Structured Finance, where responsibilities included developing analytical frameworks and providing legal assistance on structured finance issues. Prior to that, David was a Special Counsel at the US Securities and Exchange Commission, leading inter-agency rulemaking for loan securitization under the Volcker Rule and overseeing NRSRO examinations as Senior Counsel. David began the legal career as an Associate at Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP, focusing on securitization-related issues. Academic credentials include a BA in History and Economics from Duke University and a JD from New York University School of Law.