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Addressing a broad array of matters of interest to lawyers representing or regulating banks, insurance companies, investment advisers and other financial services businesses.

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Will we see a legislative solution to the title marketability issues raised by Ibanez and Bevilacqua?

Friday, May 18, 2012
In 2011, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued two opinions - U.S. National Bank Ass’n v. Ibanez and Bevilacqua v. Rodriguez - which cast doubt on the marketability of some properties with a foreclosure in the chain of title. By: Robert Amara, Krefetz & Seed
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BBA Teams Up with American Corporate Counsel Northeast and Affinity Bars for June Conference

Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The BBA is proud to announce our new sponsor for the In-House Counsel Diversity Conference, the American Corporate Counsel -- Northeast Chapter. The conference, The Future of Boston Law Firms in a Global Economy will feature Keynote Speaker Marc S. Firestone, Executive Vice President, Corporate and Legal Affairs, and General Counsel, Philip Morris International.
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Financial Services Committees

  • Banking Committee
    This committee deals with a broad array of matters of interest to banks and other financial institutions, focusing in particular on relevant legislative and regulatory developments.

    Contact Information

    Andrew F. Gelson

    Rockland Trust Company

    (508) 830-1188

    Martin A. Lacdao

    Boston University School of Law

    (617) 353-3023

  • Business Transactions and Financial Law Public Policy Committee
    This is a joint committee between the Business Transactions and Financial Services Sections. The BBA is very active on the legislative front. Often times, business attorneys are asked to lend their expertise.

    Contact Information

    Lindsey Burton

    Litle & Co.

    (978) 275-6500

    Robert Amara

    Krefetz Law Firm, LLC

    (617) 254-8000

  • Communications Committee
    This is a joint committee between the Business Transactions and Financial Services Sections. This committee publishes information relevant to the business bar. If you are interested in an editorial position or writing an article, please contact the Co-Chairs.

    Contact Information

    Peggy S. Tirrell

    EMC Corporation

    (508) 293-6821

  • Consumer Finance Committee
    This a joint committee between the Financial Services and Bankruptcy Sections. This committee represents a collaborative effort to study, educate and review consumer finance products.

    Contact Information

    Mark Rossi

    Esher Rossi LLC

    (617) 956-0956

    Thomas P. Quinn

    Hudson Cook, LLP

    (774) 365-4758

  • Insurance Law Committee
    This committee covers all areas of insurance law, including property, casualty, life, health, disability, professional liability, fidelity, surety, excess surplus and reinsurance, from the perspective of policyholders, carriers and third parties.

    Contact Information

    Kristin Kraeger

    William Gallagher Associates

    (617) 646-0262

    Francis R. Powell

    Cetrulo & Capone, LLP

    (617) 217-5365

  • Investment Companies and Advisers Committee
    This committee meets to discuss matters affecting investment advisers, mutual funds and private funds, including proposed legislation, developments in federal and state regulation, evolving legal issues and compliance challenges

    Contact Information

    George Braxton Raine

    Ropes & Gray LLP

    (617) 951-7556

    John V. O'Hanlon

    Dechert LLP

    (617) 728-7111

  • Pro Bono Committee
    This is a joint committee between the Business Transactions and Financial Services Section. This committee enables business attorneys to perform pro bono work for individuals and organizations.

    Contact Information

    Neil Austin

    Foley Hoag LLP

    (617) 832-3051

    Benton B. Bodamer

    Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP-Boston

    (617) 772-8368

  • Steering Committee
    The leadership committee of the Section organizes programs and discusses policy. To inquire about opportunities, please contact the Section Co-Chairs.