Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations)
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Band 3
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Arnold & Porter is well regarded in the banking regulatory space, advising clients in connection with a broad range of regulatory compliance and enforcement matters. Strong experience interfacing with both state and federal regulatory agencies on behalf of banking holding companies, insurance companies and e-commerce businesses, among others. Benefits from the firm's clout in ancillary areas such as antitrust, tax and ERISA. Also represents clients in connection with legislative matters, including Congressional hearings and investigations.
Work Highlights
- Arnold & Porter represented Sterling Bank & Trust, FSB/Sterling Bancorp in parallel enforcement proceedings, including investigations by the OCC, DOJ and SEC.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Regardless of what matter we engage them on, they have the right team to assist and provide exceptional guidance."
"The team is incredibly responsive and goes above and beyond in every way."
"Arnold & Porter provides comprehensive analysis and detailed advice on complex issues in a timely manner."
"Regardless of what matter we engage them on, they have the right team to assist and provide exceptional guidance."
"The team is incredibly responsive and goes above and beyond in every way."
"Arnold & Porter provides comprehensive analysis and detailed advice on complex issues in a timely manner."
Notable Practitioners
David Freeman is recognized for his extensive proficiency as a bank regulatory lawyer.
"David makes incredibly complicated topics relatively simple. He provides concise advice on a timely basis."
"He is very creative, knowledgeable and practical."
"David is a stellar lawyer with sound risk-based analysis skills."
Kevin Toomey is regularly sought out by major financial institutions to provide leadership in enforcements proceedings involving multiple government agencies such as the SEC and OCC.
"He digs into the details in a way that inspires confidence."
"Kevin's expertise in bank regulatory matters is invaluable and his response time is excellent."
"Kevin has been phenomenal to work with. He is professional, capable and effective with his guidance and representation."
Michael Mancusi is highlighted for his standout work representing financial institutions in government investigations and regulatory enforcement actions.
"He is a talented practitioner."
Richard Alexander is noted as a go-to attorney for high profile investigation and enforcement matters involving financial institutions. He has resolved many cases before regulatory agencies, including the SEC, FDIC and OCC, and is specialized in AML disputes.
Robert Azarow leads the firm's financial services transaction group and is skilled at helping clients obtain regulatory relief in a range of corporate and financial transactions.
"He always has an eye towards the future and does a good job of preparing us for where the regulators are heading."
"Robert is a talented attorney that quickly interprets complex transactions. He brings value through strategic recommendations that maximize positions of strength for his clients."
Amber Hay is particularly adept at representing traditional financial services institutions in their interactions with regulators, including the FDIC and OFAC.
"Amber has deep expertise and excellent client service. She is prompt, efficient and on point."
"She provides actionable and sound advice."
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