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For more information on the practice, please visit the practice's page at: https://www.sidley.com/en/us/services/securities-enforcement-and-regulatory/

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Securities: Regulation: Enforcement - USA - Nationwide

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin LLP is an impressive performer in the regulatory enforcement space thanks to its attorneys' in-depth knowledge of regulators and government agencies, while also impressing in the advisory space. Active on behalf of hedge funds and accounting firms on a broad range of matters including insider trading cases. Particular expertise in handling FINRA and SEC investigations for broker-dealers and other financial institutions. Offers expert representation of public companies in enforcement actions and investigations concerning accounting irregularities, whistle-blowing and other issues. Often involved in matters with complex multijurisdictional elements.

Work Highlights

  • Sidley Austin LLP represented Oppenheimer & Co in SEC and CFTC investigations related to electronic communications.

Strengths

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The team has several former senior officers from both the SEC and FINRA who have an excellent understanding of the space.

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The firm's lawyers provide timely responses with a depth of knowledge.

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The firm has strong personnel with a long history at regulatory agencies.

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Notable Practitioners

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Stephen Cohen
2
Stephen Cohen
2
Band 2
Stephen Cohen has wide-reaching capabilities in regulatory enforcement. He is highly effective in representing asset managers and public companies before the SEC in disclosure and reporting matters, as well as in FCPA issues.

Stephen is a good advocate with strong negotiation skills.

Stephen is an exceptional lawyer and writer with strong strategy.

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Sonia Gupta Barros
3
Sonia Gupta Barros
3
Band 3

Sonia Gupta Barros regularly advises large corporate clients on securities-related matters involving the SEC, including disclosure obligations, regulatory compliance and shareholder proposals.

Sonia's background and expertise are tremendously helpful for her clients.

She is a specialist through and through.

Sonia Gupta Barros is a very strong attorney who knows the law very well.

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Ranah L Esmaili
4
Ranah L Esmaili
4
Band 4
Ranah Esmaili brings extensive experience to her practice assisting corporate clients in securities enforcement actions. Her experience includes insider trading, SPAC litigations and regulatory sweeps.

Ranah provides great insights and quality feedback. She is extremely responsive and a very good communicator.

Ranah is a very good, personable lawyer. Clients trust her immediately.

Ranah has superior expertise in regulatory matters and takes a practical, commercial approach to problem solving.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Sidley Austin LLP

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Securities: Regulation: Advisory
Sonia Gupta Barros
3
Sonia Gupta Barros
3
Band 3
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Securities: Regulation: Enforcement
Stephen Cohen
2
Stephen Cohen
2
Band 2
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Ranah L Esmaili
4
Ranah L Esmaili
4
Band 4
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