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The Future of Financial Regulation: Post-Mortem CFPB and Its Impact on M&A

March 20, 2025

Webinar Recording | Presentation Materials

As regulatory uncertainty surrounds the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), financial institutions, investors, and legal professionals must prepare for the potential shifts in financial services oversight. Clark Hill attorneys Joann Needleman and Aryeh Derman, and Michael Lamm, Managing Partner for Corporate Advisory Solutions explore the implications of a post-mortem CFPB on mergers and acquisitions, regulatory enforcement, and risk assessments. Gain critical insights into how regulatory rollbacks or restructuring could shape dealmaking strategies, compliance obligations, and long-term investment planning in the financial services sector.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the current status and future trajectory of the CFPB.
  • Analyze the impact of CFPB changes on financial services M&A activity.
  • Identify potential regulatory risks and opportunities in financial institution transactions.
  • Explore strategies for mitigating uncertainty in deal structuring and due diligence.

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