Pia Naib > Latham & Watkins LLP > New York, United States > Lawyer Profile

Latham & Watkins LLP advises financial institutions on a broad range of banking and broker-dealer regulatory matters, including compliance, transactions, enforcement, and litigation. The firm is recognised for its expertise in navigating complex regulatory frameworks and engaging with agencies such as the SEC, FINRA, and the Federal Reserve. The banking regulatory team has been active in analysing and commenting on the Basel III Endgame proposal, providing insights into its potential impact on the industry. On the broker-dealer side, the firm advises on compliance, registration, cross-border issues, M&A involving regulated entities, and enforcement matters. The practice also addresses emerging fintech regulations and developments in electronic trading platforms. The firm’s global reach and multidisciplinary approach enable it to assist clients with regulatory challenges across multiple jurisdictions. The banking practice is led by Arthur Long and Courtenay Myers Lima in New York, while the broker-dealer practice is headed by Stephen Wink in New York and John J. Sikora Jr. in Chicago. Located in New York, Pia Naib advises banks and other financial services clients on crypto regulations in addition to issues tied to Dodd-Frank, the Volcker Rule and the Consumer Protection Act.