Securities Enforcement. Corporate Investigations. Financial Regulation.
Independent analysis of the laws, regulations, investigations, and enforcement actions shaping modern financial markets.
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.
How to Start a Hedge Fund: The Definitive Legal and Practical Guide
Establishing a hedge fund in the United States is a high-stakes, complex undertaking that requires not only a robust investment strategy but also a meticulous approach to legal and regulatory compliance. While the hedge fund world offers lucrative opportunities for those who succeed, it also comes with significant challenges. This handbook is designed to provide you with the most thorough, balanced, and actionable guide available on the internet, offering deep insights into each phase of the process. If you’re serious about starting a hedge fund, this is your essential roadmap.