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O'Melveny & Myers LLP

Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Litigation)

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O'Melveny & Myers LLP

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

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For
O'Melveny & Myers LLP is a respected litigation team recognized for its expertise in the consumer finance space. The team acts for an array of clients, including investment banks and financial services companies, on matters including class actions and regulatory matters. The firm provides extensive coverage across the country, with offices in New York, California and Washington, DC.

Work Highlights

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  • O'Melveny & Myers represented Statebridge Company in a consumer class action alleging Fair Debt Collection Practices Act violations.

Strengths

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  • O'Melveny is well connected to the industry and the partners are exceptionally practical.

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  • The O'Melveny team was always responsive and provided coherent, spot-on advice when asked, even on short notice.

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  • They are proactive on providing advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2James Burns
    Band 2James Burns

    James Burns

    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 savvy about many different regulatory stakeholders and has extensive knowledge about securities and broker-dealer regulations.

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    • Jim is an excellent regulatory lawyer who consistently hits the mark.

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    • Jim is helpful at novel issues.

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  • Band 3Brant Brown
    Band 3Brant Brown

    Brant Brown

    Brant Brown utilizes his previous experience at FINRA to offer large national and international clients insightful advice on FINRA examinations and investigations, with additional expertise on SEC compliance.

    • Brant is an excellent regulatory lawyer who consistently provides thoughtful guidance regrading complex securities issues.

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    • Brant is a FINRA expert and extremely well-versed in broker-dealer rules, regulations and current practices.

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  • Band 3Elizabeth L McKeen
    Band 3Elizabeth L McKeen

    Elizabeth L McKeen

    Elizabeth McKeen has a well-regarded practice representing financial institutions in a variety of consumer finance litigation.

    • Liz is a talented lawyer; she is strategic, practical and an excellent writer.

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Ranked Individuals at O'Melveny & Myers LLP (3)

USA - Nationwide

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    James Burns

    Financial Services Regulation: Broker Dealer (Compliance)

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    Brant Brown

    Financial Services Regulation: Broker Dealer (Compliance)

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    Elizabeth L McKeen

    Financial Services Regulation: Consumer Finance (Litigation)

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