K&L Gates

K&L Gates offers a team with ‘beyond amazing’ knowledge, known for their ability to advise on complex partnerships, regulatory compliance regarding both state and federal law, and transactional matters. New York-based co-head Judith Rinearson is an expert in prepaid and emerging payment systems, including embedded finance and BaaS, while fellow co-head Jeremy McLaughlin is based in San Francisco and focuses on advising a broad range of clients on money transmitter laws, anti-money laundering laws, and digital asset investments. In Charlotte, Michael Hutson is a key figure in the firm’s transactional offering, focusing on emerging growth and venture capital.