James Murphy

Securities lawyer, former chairman

James Murphy is a securities lawyer and former chairman of the law firm Murphy & McGonigle, which was recognized in 2021 and 2022 as the "Law Firm of the Year in Securities Regulation" by U.S. New & Best Lawyers in America.

Cryptocurrency

Gensler's crypto onslaught will eventually be halted by the courts

The SEC chairman's power grab is driving the crypto industry out of the U.S. Eventually, the courts will find that he has exceeded his authority.

By James Murphy

July 14

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Consumer lending

After loss at Supreme Court, payday lenders vow to keep fighting CFPB

The payday loan industry is looking to extend its years-long legal fight with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. It's planning to ask a federal appeals court to revisit a ruling that upheld a proposed limit on how often payday lenders can try to pull money from their customers' accounts.

By Polo Rocha

May 17
Industry News

Another top NYCB executive hits the road as overhaul continues

New York Community Bancorp hasn't said who will replace Chief Operating Officer Julie Signorille-Browne, who is resigning amid a management shake-up.

By Catherine Leffert

May 17
Ginnie Mae

Calls for Ginnie Mae modernization mount after FSOC report

A recommendation to give Ginnie Mae expanded authorities is drawing focus in the reactions to a Financial Stability Oversight Council report on nonbank risks.

By Bonnie Sinnock

May 17