Securities Enforcement. Corporate Investigations. Financial Regulation.
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BRAEDEN ANDERSON
Braeden is one of the top securities lawyers in the country and was recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America in the Financial Services Regulation Law and Securities Regulation categories. This honor is awarded to only the top 2% of attorneys in the United States and is based on a comprehensive peer-review survey.
Braeden helped lead Gesmer Updegrove to recognition in The Legal 500 United States for Corporate Investigations & White Collar Crime, Tier 3, and Finance: Fintech, Tier 4.
Braeden is active in the U.S. securities enforcement community through Securities Docket, where he has served on the 2025 and 2026 Advisory Boards and contributed video commentary through the Weekly Update.
Braeden was named the #1 United States author in FinTech in Mondaq’s Spring 2025 Thought Leadership Awards, reflecting the national reach and influence of his writing on fintech, securities regulation, and digital asset policy.
Operation Chokepoint 2.0: Regulatory Overreach and the Battle for Crypto’s Future
In the wake of newly uncovered Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) documents obtained through Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, the debate over “Operation Chokepoint 2.0” has escalated to a fever pitch.
The SEC’s $10 Billion Dilemma: The Challenges of Collecting Financial Penalties
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has long been heralded as a vigilant enforcer of securities laws, imposing billions of dollars in penalties on violators each year. However, a recent Wall Street Journal report reveals a sobering reality: over the past decade, the SEC has written off nearly $10 billion in fines it was unable to collect. This highlights the significant hurdles the agency faces in enforcing financial sanctions, particularly against individuals and entities adept at evading payment.
Should the SEC and CFTC Merge? A Comprehensive Analysis of a Long-Standing Debate
The longstanding debate over merging the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has gained fresh urgency after Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have reignited the conversation. While advocates argue a merger could simplify crypto regulation and bolster systemic risk management, critics warn of operational disruptions and political resistance. This article revisits the history of the merger debate, its modern relevance, and its implications for the future of U.S. financial regulation.
Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Obligations Reinstated with New Deadlines
On December 23, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit granted the U.S. government’s request for an emergency stay, effectively reinstating enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The stay lifts a nationwide preliminary injunction issued earlier this month by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, which had temporarily blocked CTA compliance requirements and paused the January 1, 2025, reporting deadline.
Anderson’s Guide to Effective Independent Internal Investigations
Organizations face heightened scrutiny as financial misconduct, fraud, and ethical breaches become increasingly complex. A well-executed internal investigation is more than just a response to misconduct—it’s an opportunity to demonstrate accountability, strengthen compliance frameworks, and protect your organization’s reputation.
At Anderson P.C., we approach internal investigations with precision, independence, and the strategic foresight our clients demand. Whether you are addressing allegations of misconduct or reinforcing your compliance program, our tailored methodologies ensure thorough, defensible, and results-oriented outcomes.