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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.

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Legal Framework for the Tokenization of Real-World Assets

The concept of tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs) has emerged as a transformative innovation at the intersection of technology, finance, and law. By leveraging blockchain technology to digitize ownership, tokenization is reshaping how we perceive, manage, and trade physical and intangible assets. From real estate and precious metals to intellectual property and collectibles, tokenization offers unparalleled opportunities for fractional ownership, liquidity, and efficiency. At its core, tokenization represents the digitization of assets into tokens recorded on a distributed ledger, allowing these assets to be bought, sold, and managed more effectively.

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Why Startups Should Consider Fractional General Counsel Services

At Anderson P.C., we’re thrilled to announce that we now offer this innovative legal solution to startups. Our fractional GC services are designed to help founders focus on what they do best—building their business—while we handle the legal complexities. If you’re interested in learning more about how fractional General Counsel services can benefit your startup, contact us today.

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The Evergreen Importance of Special Committees in Corporate Governance

Special committees have long been a cornerstone of corporate governance, particularly in situations involving conflicts of interest, significant transactions, or internal investigations. Their relevance persists, not just as a response to crises, but as a proactive measure to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in decision-making. As corporate transactions become more complex and scrutiny intensifies, the role of special committees remains indispensable.

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Drafting Effective Board Resolutions: How to Appoint a Special Committee for Internal Investigations

In moments of crisis, such as allegations of misconduct or conflicts of interest, a company's board of directors must act decisively and transparently. One powerful tool at its disposal is the creation of a special committee to oversee internal investigations. This article explores the mechanics of drafting board resolutions to appoint such committees, leveraging insights and best practices from Anderson P.C., a boutique securities law firm specializing in governance and regulatory matters.

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Court Grants Coinbase’s Motion for Interlocutory Appeal, Stays SEC Litigation

In a pivotal development for the cryptocurrency industry, Coinbase Inc. has successfully secured the right to pursue an interlocutory appeal in its ongoing legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This rare legal maneuver allows the U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange to challenge a critical issue in the case before the litigation proceeds further.

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