Morgan Lewis has announced the continuation of its strategic expansion in financial regulation by bringing on Robert Schwartz as a partner in its investment management practice. Schwartz arrives with a wealth of experience from his previous role as general counsel at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). There, he played a crucial role in representing the agency during pivotal lawsuits related to the enforcement of the Dodd-Frank Act, along with the defense of appeals in various enforcement actions.
The addition of Schwartz is poised to deepen Morgan Lewis’s grasp on markets regulated by the CFTC, including both conventional derivatives and digital assets. Schwartz’s extensive exposure to CFTC-regulated products and markets stands to bolster the firm’s capabilities in navigating and advising on complex regulatory landscapes.
For those monitoring developments in legal advisory within commodities and financial services, this strategic hiring underscores Morgan Lewis’s ongoing commitment to bolstering its expertise and resources. More details of Schwartz’s transition can be found on the Bloomberg Law website.