In what can be analogized as the drafting of seasoned generals into a formidable army, McGuireWoods LLP announced on Wednesday a major bolster to its securities enforcement and regulatory counseling unit in New York. This enhancement came with the enlistment of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority’s (FINRA) enforcement department’s chief counsel and a prominent attorney from a capital markets powerhouse.
The Two Titans: Beaton and Mannarino
Todd Beaton, who once waved the flag at FINRA for three groundbreaking years, now allies himself with McGuireWoods. Beaton recollected his collaboration with McGuireWoods’ stalwarts – Washington, D.C., managing partner Elizabeth Hogan and the chair of the white-collar litigation department, Noreen Kelly. He vividly remembered their meticulous, yet vibrant approach to enforcement.
Conversely, Andrew Mannarino, previously the deputy chief compliance officer and deputy general counsel at the mighty Citadel Securities, steps into McGuireWoods armed with a blend of deep securities industry wisdom and technological prowess. The depth and detail McGuireWoods displayed, particularly in technological nuances, were what captivated Mannarino.
Diverse Expertise: From Brokers to Investment Banks
Both Beaton and Mannarino champion the causes of broker-dealers and investment advisers, with Beaton casting his net wider to encompass investment banks. Mannarino, with his bursty energy, also advises a range of financial giants, from swap dealers to proprietary trading firms.
