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King & Spalding LLP

Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations)

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King & Spalding LLP

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Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations) - USA - Nationwide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

King & Spalding has developed a strong broker-dealer practice representing clients such as crypto platforms, private equity firms and banks. The firm has expertise advising on investigations by the SEC, FINRA and other regulators. Clients benefit from the experience members of the team have from their time in the major regulatory agencies.

Work Highlights

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  • King & Spalding defended Truist Bank in a DOJ Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act investigation.

Strengths

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  • King & Spalding has smart and knowledgeable lawyers with deep ties to the industry.

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  • They can think through any problem and provide strategic solutions.

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  • They are a good sounding board for sensitive, complex issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Emily Gordy
    Band 2Emily Gordy

    Emily Gordy

    Emily Gordy has previous experience at the SEC and FINRA, making her particularly well placed to handle a wide range of enforcement matters affecting broker-dealer clients.

    • Emily has an encyclopedia of knowledge of broker-dealer regulation and the workings of FINRA.

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    • Emily is a longtime and valuable regulatory attorney for the company.

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    • Emily brings her years of experience with the SEC and FINRA, and her practical, solution-oriented approach to client matters.

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  • Band 3Matthew Biben
    Band 3Matthew Biben

    Matthew Biben

    Matthew Biben is recognized for his standout expertise in bank regulatory and enforcement matters, often assisting clients with examinations and investigations by the CFPB. His clients often include FinTechs and financial institutions.

    • Matthew is a seasoned expert in handling complex legal matters impacting large financial institutions.

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    • Matthew is a phenomenal resource combining his in-house counsel experience with the private sector.

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    • Matthew is experienced, proactive and client-centric.

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  • Band 3Russell D Sacks
    Band 3Russell D Sacks

    Russell D Sacks

    Russell Sacks is well regarded for his success at providing strategic advice to clients, including with respect to complex SEC and FINRA regulations.

    • Russell is a phenomenal lawyer, he is incredibly dedicated to his clients and his level of service is unmatched.

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    • Russell's knowledge of the law and timeliness is invaluable.

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Ranked Individuals at King & Spalding LLP (3)

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    Matthew Biben

    Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations)

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    Russell D Sacks

    Financial Services Regulation: Broker Dealer (Compliance)

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    Emily Gordy

    Financial Services Regulation: Broker Dealer (Enforcement)

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