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Alston & Bird LLP

Financial Services Regulation: Financial Institutions M&A

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Alston & Bird LLP

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Financial Services Regulation: Financial Institutions M&A - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Alston & Bird LLP is a respected team recognized for its performance in the consumer finance regulatory space. Particularly noted for its expertise in payment systems law, while also offering a respected coverage of regulatory matters surrounding mortgage lending and other forms of consumer credit. Demonstrates proficiency in representing bank holding companies and other financial institutions in significant M&A transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Alston & Bird represented Drummond Community Bank and SmartBank in consumer class actions concerning overdraft and NSF fees.

Strengths

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  • Alston are true experts in the field with substantial experience with state regulators, which provides valuable insights.

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  • They are responsive and proactive with broad capabilities. Alston attorneys function at a high level.

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  • This team is not put off by the unusual.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael J Agoglia
    Michael J Agoglia

    Michael J Agoglia

    Michael Agoglia is sought after for his expert representation in civil litigation. He is recommended for his proficiency at handling complex multiclient cases and is experienced in high-profile consumer class actions.

    • He is exceptional.

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    • Michael is amazing; he is a star.

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  • Nanci Weissgold
    Nanci Weissgold

    Nanci Weissgold

    Nanci Weissgold is a well-regarded consumer finance regulatory attorney and cohead of the firm's practice. She regularly advises clients on their compliance with diverse state and federal legislation, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Truth in Lending Act.

    • Nanci is the epitome of an industry leader.

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    • She is a key strategic partner to our business.

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    • She's the top compliance lawyer in the country, bar none.

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  • Mark C Kanaly
    Mark C Kanaly

    Mark C Kanaly

    Mark Kanaly is recognized for his expertise advising clients on the regulatory aspects of bank acquisitions across the US.

    • Mark is one of a kind.

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    • Mark is adept at leaning into the right conversations to lead clients to the right decision.

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    • Mark always has our interests in mind.

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  • Sanford M Brown
    Sanford M Brown

    Sanford M Brown

    Sanford Brown is coleader of the firm's financial services group and capably represents community banks in M&A transactions.

    • I can’t imagine working with another senior attorney in the country.

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    • Sandy always makes himself available, which is very much appreciated.

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Ranked Individuals at Alston & Bird LLP (5)

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    Nanci Weissgold

    Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance)

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    Nanci Weissgold

    Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Enforcement & Investigations)

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    Michael J Agoglia

    Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Litigation)

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    Mark C Kanaly

    Financial Services Regulation: Financial Institutions M&A

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    Sanford M Brown

    Financial Services Regulation: Financial Institutions M&A

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