Thomas M. Maxwell

For nine years, Tom served as counsel for federal banking agencies including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS). He leverages insights gained in those roles to help clients navigate the full range of regulatory issues, including those arising under the federal Bank Secrecy Act and Corporate Transparency Act), and state and federal consumer compliance laws, such as the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act and Truth in Lending Act.

Tom regularly consults with representatives of state and federal banking agencies to help resolve complex regulatory matters for clients, including for banks, savings associations, credit unions and mortgage companies.

He also advises non-financial institution clients such as publicly held companies and their directors on corporate governance issues, disclosure obligations and other matters under federal securities laws. He acts as issuer’s and underwriter’s counsel in securities offerings, including initial public offerings and private placements, and advises clients on a variety of strategic transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, sales of assets and secured financings.