WINSTON-SALEM, NC (July 16) – Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton announced today the addition of Lauren Cook Jackson to the firm’s Winston-Salem office. She joins as Counsel on the Investment Management and Broker-Dealer Team in the firm’s Corporate, Finance, and Real Estate Department. 

Ms. Jackson brings significant experience having represented top-tier financial institutions, investment banks, broker-dealers, investment advisors, swap dealers and commodities traders, as well as other registered entities, registered individuals and professionals in response to examinations, investigations and enforcement proceedings brought by federal and state regulators and self-regulatory organizations, including the SEC, FINRA and the CFTC. She also assists clients in conducting complex internal investigations and in identifying steps necessary to fully comply with applicable regulations.

“I’m thrilled to join such a talented and dynamic team of attorneys in Winston-Salem and across the firm.  I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with my new colleagues in a range of complimentary practice areas.” said Ms. Jackson. “Kilpatrick Townsend offers an extraordinary opportunity for me to grow my practice and a platform from which to concentrate on each client’s individualized needs, representing their interests with the utmost integrity and a client-centered focus.”

Ms. Jackson is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and earned her law degree at the University of Richmond School of Law. 

“Lauren is a talented attorney and a welcome addition to our firm,” said Steve Berlin, Managing Partner in the firm’s Winston-Salem office. “Her ability to understand the nuances of complex securities regulations and her dedication to understanding and tailoring legal counsel to each client’s unique business model will provide significant value and insight for our clients.” 

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