About

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Hinshaw’s Consumer Financial Services practice positions financial services providers to stay ahead of regulatory pressure and prevail in high-stakes matters by aligning litigation strength with enforcement defense and practical compliance strategy. The team handles complex regulatory, enforcement, and compliance challenges, including actions brought by federal and state regulators and related private litigation, with substantive experience across lending, servicing, collections, and consumer protection statutes. Its Regulatory and Enforcement team guides clients through CFPB inquiries and government investigations that narrow exposure, shape the narrative early, and drive efficient resolution. In parallel, its Regulatory and Compliance team targets reviews and gap analyses, delivering business-aligned programs that keep pace with evolving regulatory demands.

Chambers Review

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Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance) - USA - Nationwide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Hinshaw & Culbertson has garnered recognition for its consumer finance practice. The firm has expertise representing clients in investigations and enforcement matters brought by the CFPB, DOJ and numerous state attorneys general. The team has additional expertise in matters involving debt collection and the FCRA.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Lauren E. Campisi
2
Lauren E. Campisi
2
Band 2

Lauren Campisi is recognized for her extensive knowledge of state and federal laws, often providing guidance regarding CFPB and FCC regulations.

Lauren is an expert in the field and is a great resource.

Lauren is one of the most talented lawyers that I have worked with.

She does a good job of assessing risk and providing practical guidance for implementing solutions.

Vaishali S. Rao
3
Vaishali S. Rao
3
Band 3

Vaishali Rao displays deep expertise in representing clients in enforcement actions brought by the CFPB and state attorneys general.

Vaishali is a trusted and invaluable partner.

Vaishali's communication is always clear and timely. She takes genuine care to ensure we feel supported and informed throughout each stage of a matter.

Vaishali is so adept at navigating government agencies and regulators.

Dustin Alonzo
U
Dustin Alonzo
U
Up and Coming

Dustin Alonzo provides valuable regulatory advice ensuring that clients are compliant with numerous federal and state laws, with particular expertise in the auto finance space.

Dustin is great at providing in-depth legal analysis when needed.

Dustin is well-versed and experienced with novel financial products and can help you navigate them with ease.

He is knowledgeable, responsive and provides practical advice that is easy to implement.

Michael Guerrero
U
Michael Guerrero
U
Up and Coming

Michael Guerrero is regarded for guiding his clients through federal and state regulations and advises on products such as buy now, pay later (BNPL), solar and home improvement financing.

It is always a pleasure to work with him and learn from him.

He strives to understand the business and his advice always considers the impact of the applicable regulations to our business.

Mike consistently delivers a quality work product that is thoughtful, practical and does so within our timing expectations.

Ranked Lawyers at
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Compliance)

Lauren E. Campisi
2
Lauren E. Campisi
2
Band 2
Dustin Alonzo
U
Dustin Alonzo
U
Up and Coming
Michael Guerrero
U
Michael Guerrero
U
Up and Coming
Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Enforcement & Investigations)

Vaishali S. Rao
3
Vaishali S. Rao
3
Band 3

Members

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Adair L. Kingsmill

Akeela M. White

Barbara Fernandez

Ben Z. Raindorf

Bonnie E. Dye

Brian A. Paino

Brian A. Turetsky

Brian S. McGrath

Charles C. Townsend

Daniel Schleifstein

David M. Schultz

Diane C. Ragosa

Eric J. Simonson

Fred W. Hoensch

Gregg D. Stevens

John A. Kimble

John P. Ryan

Justin M. Penn

Marissa Edwards

Maura K. McKelvey

Michael J. McKleroy

Peter N. Cubita

Robert N. Pollock

Samuel C. Bodurtha

Sarah E. King

Schuyler B. Kraus

Sheng Han Beh

Stephanie N. Mulcahy

Stephen T. Masley

Industries

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Artificial Intelligence

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Consumer Financial Services

Financial Services

Financial Services Litigation

Government

Investigations and Enforcement

Litigation

Mortgage Lending & Servicing Litigation

Privacy

Regulatory and Compliance

Security