About Claudio

Claudio J. Arruda advises domestic and international financial services firms and institutions, including banks, broker-dealers, Fintech companies, and investment advisory firms on a broad range of regulatory issues, as well as general corporate matters. He represents these institutions on matters related to the applicability and compliance with state and federal banking, and consumer laws and regulations. Claudio also advises a wide range of investment advisers on all aspects of securities regulatory compliance, particularly including new and existing SEC rules, and has experience advising clients on corporate governance and general corporate matters. In addition, Claudio represents public and private corporations in negotiating cross-border financing projects. He also has experience assisting in securities enforcement matters and FCPA-related investigations at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). ConcentrationsBanking and securities Financial services, regulatory and compliance BSA/anti-money laundering and OFAC sanctions compliance guidance Corporate and finance Development of anti-money laundering and OFAC compliance programs FinTech, blockchain, digital payments license and regulatory compliance guidance

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Education

• University of Miami School of Law, J.D., graduated 2016
• Florida International University, B.B.A., cum laude, graduated 2009

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