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McGuireWoods LLP

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Noted for its consumer compliance and litigation capabilities, McGuireWoods LLP is commended as ‘highly experienced’ and often advises financial institutions on loans falling under the Paycheck Protection Program. Based in Charlotte, co-head of the practice Rakesh Gopalan is particularly well-versed in cloud-computing solutions, SaaS, and software licensing. Also co-lead of the team, Molly White in Los Angeles is vastly experienced in representing broker-dealers, individuals, and investment companies in investigations conducted by the FINRA and the SEC. In Chicago, Sarah Zielinksi is highlighted for her antitrust litigation expertise, notably in market and customer allocation, price fixing, and unfair competition. Charlottesville-based Ashley Matthews is a key port of call for financial institutions and retailers on consumer financial service and governance matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘An amazing group of highly experienced professionals at the top of the industry. They understand true client service. ’

Key clients

  • Jaris
  • Wheels Financial
  • Simpler Trading
  • PayActiv, Inc
  • Kabbage, Inc
  • Navient Solutions, LLC
  • Minto Money
  • Finzly, Inc

Work highlights

  • Advised CRCL Solutions LLC on its company sale to Enverus.
  • Represented Jaris in Delaware litigation whereby a shareholder sought company records pursuant to Delaware Corporations Code 220.
  • Advised ATSG on its acquisition of Xentaurs, LLC.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rakesh Gopalan, Molly White

Other key lawyers

Sarah Zielinksi, Ashley Matthews