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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

Financial Services Regulation: Banking (Enforcement & Investigations)

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Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

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

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP enjoys a significant reputation for its defense of high-profile financial institutions, including investment funds, banks and mortgage companies, against enforcement and investigative actions. Adept at dealing with regulatory bodies, defending against cases brought by the OCC, DOJ and OFAC, among other federal and state authorities. Counts a number of former regulators and federal prosecutors among its ranks. Works in close conjunction with the firm's market-leading white-collar criminal defense practice.

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Work Highlights

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  • Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison represented Equifax in resolving a multi-year investigation by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau into the credit reporting industry’s handling of consumer disputes of information listed on their credit reports.

Strengths

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  • They demonstrate a solid grasp of both the technical and strategic dimensions of issues.

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  • They have profound depth of expertise with the willingness to collaborate across the firm to meet our needs.

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  • This firm is responsive and practical in the advice that it provides.

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  • Paul Weiss' distinguishing feature is the integrated litigation, regulatory and strategic advice. They look at the problem and the potential solutions from all angles.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Brad S Karp
    Brad S Karp

    Brad S Karp

    Brad Karp regularly counsels market-leading clients facing complex regulatory and enforcement proceedings. He is an experienced litigator, with a successful history of defending financial institutions in a range of high-stakes scenarios.

    • Brad has fabulous skills and is a great business man.

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    • Brad is a polymath and an all-purpose litigator.

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  • Jessica Carey
    Jessica Carey

    Jessica Carey

    Jessica Carey is co-head of the firm's litigation department. She is noted for her expertise in investigations and enforcement actions before several regulatory agencies such as the SEC, DOJ, CFTC and FDIC. Also assists clients with AML and sanctions advice.

    • Jessica provides excellent client service with strong attention to detail, clear communication and a proactive approach.

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    • Jessica's ability to think of the immediate, middle and future needs stands out.

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    • She has a great sense for risk and strategy.

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  • H Christopher Boehning
    H Christopher Boehning

    H Christopher Boehning

    Christopher Boehning is regularly sought by large, multinational financial institutions to advise on complex regulatory matters. He has an impressive expertise in enforcements by SEC, CFTS, FINRA and the DOJ, backed by impressive experience as a litigator. He is co-chair of the firm’s international practice, insurance practice, sports practice, and chair of the international arbitration practice.

    • The breadth of his experience is excellent.

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    • Chris is smart, creative, extremely responsive and thoughtful.

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Ranked Individuals at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (3)

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    Brad S Karp

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    H Christopher Boehning

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