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Greenberg Traurig Adds Veteran Banking Attorney Mark D. Shaffer to its Financial Regulatory & Compliance Practice in New York

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expands its Financial Regulatory & Compliance capabilities with the addition of Mark D. Shaffer as a shareholder in the New York office. He joins from Bank of New York Mellon (BNYM) where he served as chief compliance officer of BNY Trust Company of Canada and BNY Mellon (Toronto Branch), and as a director in Asset Servicing, Digital, and Issuer Services (Corporate Trust and Depository Receipts) Compliance.

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  • Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expands its Financial Regulatory & Compliance capabilities with the addition of Mark D. Shaffer as a shareholder in the New York office.
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expands its Financial Regulatory & Compliance capabilities with the addition of Mark D. Shaffer as a shareholder in the New York office .
  • In addition, Shaffer assists financial institutions and associated employees respond to regulatory examinations, inquiries, and enforcement proceedings.
  • He will be a great addition to Greenberg Traurig's highly regarded and diversified financial regulatory practice in New York and around the globe," said William B. Mack , co-chair of the firm's Financial Regulatory and Compliance Practice.

Vesttoo Hires David Schonbrun as Chief Legal Officer from Hiscox and Former Senior SEC Counsel Daniel Goldfried as Deputy CLO

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Thursday, May 12, 2022
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TEL AVIV, Israel, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vesttoo, a leading global alternative risk transfer and investment platform, announced today the expansion of its legal department, which will be led by David Schonbrun as Chief Legal Officer and Daniel Goldfried as Deputy Chief Legal Officer.

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  • Mr. Schonbrun has practiced insurance law for over 30 years, with experience as a chief legal and compliance officer, corporate and regulatory attorney, government affairs representative, litigator, and coverage counsel.
  • Before joining Vesttoo, Mr. Schonbrun was Hiscox USA's Senior Vice President, Head of Legal and Government Affairs, and Secretary, and was recognized as a Hiscox Partner for his contributions to the group.
  • "I am delighted and proud to join Vesttoo as its Chief Legal Officer," Mr. Schonbrun said.
  • As Chief Legal Officer, Mr. Schonbrun will be responsible for all legal and regulatory aspects of Vesttoo's global operations, and coordinate the legal teams across Vesttoo's offices worldwide.

Crestline Announces the Promotion of Mónica Bernstein to Executive Vice President & General Counsel

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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FAIRFAX, Va., May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (Crestline) announced today the promotion of Mnica Bernstein to Executive Vice President & General Counsel.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (Crestline) announced today the promotion of Mnica Bernstein to Executive Vice President & General Counsel.
  • Mnica joined Crestline in 2019 and assumed responsibility for all legal issues arising with respect to hotel operations, hotel development, corporate governance, and asset management.
  • Mnica continues to help us successfully navigate the expansion of our companys portfolio in a sound and prudent manner, added Carroll.
  • Mnica joined Crestline from Interstate Hotels where she served as Vice President, Legal before being promoted to Senior Vice President, Assistant General Counsel.