K&L Gates has strategically expanded its asset management and investment funds practice by appointing Sarah Riddell as a partner in their Chicago office. Riddell’s expertise includes advising private fund managers, exchange-traded fund issuers, and other financial entities on matters related to the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission and National Futures Association. This includes guidance on registration, compliance, and examination processes. Her addition to the firm was announced on Tuesday.
Riddell joins K&L Gates from Morgan Lewis, bringing with her a wealth of experience in the financial sector. Her role at K&L Gates will involve dealing with complex regulatory issues that affect futures commission merchants, swap dealers, exchanges, and clearinghouses. Her hire is reflective of K&L Gates’ commitment to bolstering its capabilities in managing the intricate legal landscape of asset management.
For more details on K&L Gates’ announcement and Sarah Riddell’s new role, visit the official press release.