Macauley Venora
About Macauley Venora
Macauley Venora is a Securities Regulatory Associate based in Washington, D.C., with a focus on providing legal counsel in securities regulation, particularly for cryptocurrency trading platforms. He holds a JD from The Catholic University of America and a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of Connecticut.
Work at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
Macauley Venora serves as a Securities Regulatory Associate at Lowenstein Sandler LLP, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from the firm's Washington, District of Columbia office, where he provides legal expertise in securities regulation. His role involves advising clients on compliance and regulatory matters, particularly in the evolving landscape of financial technology.
Education and Expertise
Macauley Venora earned his Juris Doctor degree cum laude from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, from 2015 to 2018. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Political Science at the University of Connecticut from 2010 to 2014. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in banking, corporate, finance, and securities law.
Background
Macauley Venora has accumulated diverse legal experience through various internships. He worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a Student Honors Program Legal Intern in 2017. He also held positions as a Legal Intern at the Investment Company Institute and the Investment Adviser Association in 2016, and at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) in 2017. These roles provided him with insights into regulatory compliance and policy development.
Achievements in Securities Regulation
In his current role, Macauley Venora specializes in providing securities regulatory counsel to cryptocurrency trading platforms. He focuses on advising financial technology-focused broker-dealers and investment advisers, navigating the complexities of securities law in a rapidly changing market. His work contributes to the legal framework that supports innovation in the financial services industry.