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Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Compliance)

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Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Compliance) - USA - Nationwide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is a highly respected team comprising a number of former regulators and prosecutors, and recognized for its expertise in the banking, broker-dealer and M&A spaces. Provides cutting-edge insight into regulatory issues impacting financial institutions, and has played a leading role in guiding clients through the implementation of the Dodd-Frank reforms. Offers a fine track record in connection with investigations and enforcement proceedings brought by the regulatory agencies. Has an increasing focus on complex regulatory matters at the intersection of banking, securities and derivatives law.

Work Highlights

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  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP advised ING Bank in the structuring of its US financial services activities, including obtaining Federal Reserve approval for a new US representative office in Texas.

Strengths

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"The firm demonstrates a superior ability to understand business needs quickly and provide proactive and expert legal support and guidance."

Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Compliance) respondent
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"Cleary's bank regulatory and derivatives regulatory teams are exceptional. They have a deep bench of talented attorneys to cover our needs in these areas."

Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Compliance) respondent
USA

"The lawyers are very responsive and their responses are always to the point. Their business sensitive recommendations and options are always appreciated."

Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Compliance) respondent
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Notable Practitioners

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Derek M Bush
1
Derek M Bush
1
Band 1
Derek Bush is a market-leading expert on issues of bank regulation, and routinely advises clients on Volcker Rule compliance and other directives under the Dodd-Frank Act. He is also skilled at representing financial institutions in major M&A.
"He's really good at giving practical advice on how to interact with our regulators in the US, how to apply the rules, and helping us navigate challenging situations."
"Derek has tons of experience, lots of connections at the regulators and a proven record."
"Derek provides holistic, big-picture advice and is extremely knowledgeable. He brings really great perspectives."
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Hugh Conroy
1
Hugh Conroy
1
Band 1
Hugh Conroy is sought after by domestic and international financial institutions for the strength of his advice on diverse issues, including compliance with the Dodd-Frank Act.
"He is really great at analyzing the complexity of banking products and applying that to US regulatory requirements."
"Hugh is an incredibly talented attorney who provides outstanding client service in a manner reflective of a deep awareness of market practices."
"He offers really top notch, thoughtful and helpful advice."
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James Burns
2
James Burns
2
Band 2
James Burns is noted for his high level experience at the SEC and his ability to advise major clearing houses on regulatory questions.
"Jim is excellent, and gives sound and creative counsel."
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Brandon M Hammer
3
Brandon M Hammer
3
Band 3
Brandon Hammer capably acts for financial markets clients in a range of contexts, including cross-border advice and SEC regulations.
"Brandon provides excellent client service and has incredible technical expertise."
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Michael Krimminger
5
Michael Krimminger
5
Band 5
Michael Krimminger leverages over 20 years of prior experience at the FDIC when advising his clients and is considered a go-to port of call for assistance with diverse bank regulatory matters. He is held in high regard for his ability to provide counsel on resolution planning requirements.
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Lauren Semrad
U
Lauren Semrad
U
Up and Coming
Rising star Lauren Semrad is noted for her work assisting clients with debanking and strategic compliance advice on a national and global scale.
"She always provides sound legal advice and thoughtful answers."
"Lauren is a sophisticated lawyer, she is highly responsive and great to work with."
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Patrick Fuller
U
Patrick Fuller
U
Up and Coming
Patrick Fuller is a highly regarded practitioner, noted for his outstanding expertise on a wide range of bank regulatory matters. He has notable experience of advising clients on compliance issues concerning financial technology.
"Patrick brings practical solutions to complex problems."
"He provides targeted and well-considered advice, delivered with maximum efficiency."
"He gives very good practical advice. He's very attentive and understands the intersection of a lot of the different rules."
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Ranked Lawyers at
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

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Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Compliance)
Derek M Bush
1
Derek M Bush
1
Band 1
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Hugh Conroy
1
Hugh Conroy
1
Band 1
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Michael Krimminger
5
Michael Krimminger
5
Band 5
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Lauren Semrad
U
Lauren Semrad
U
Up and Coming
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Patrick Fuller
U
Patrick Fuller
U
Up and Coming
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Financial Services Regulation: Broker Dealer (Compliance)
James Burns
2
James Burns
2
Band 2
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Brandon M Hammer
3
Brandon M Hammer
3
Band 3
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Financial Services Regulation: Financial Institutions M&A
Derek M Bush
3
Derek M Bush
3
Band 3
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