The arrangement will combine the strength of one of the nation’s top law firms with one of the top business advisory groups in the financial services industry.
Patton Boggs’ expertise in legal, regulatory and policy matters facing the mortgage banking industry will be complemented by The Collingwood Group’s ability to assist clients in defining their business goals and identifying ways to strategically implement them. By leveraging the resources of both firms, clients will gain access to a more complete solution to their industry-related needs.
Edward J. Newberry, managing partner of Patton Boggs, was quoted as saying in a press release at the firm’s site: “Patton Boggs continues to be at the forefront of regulatory changes impacting the mortgage banking industry, including Dodd-Frank and other major rulemaking efforts by the Fed, HUD and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, as well as efforts by state and federal regulatory agencies to reshape the industry through enforcement action. The firm’s arrangement with The Collingwood Group is yet another way Patton Boggs can add value and efficiencies to the services we’re providing our clients.”
Chairman Joe Murin of The Collingwood Group, LLC was quoted as saying: “We’re delighted about the formation of this teaming arrangement with Patton Boggs. This collaborative effort represents the first of its kind in the mortgage banking industry, bringing together thought leaders on housing and real estate finance with leading legal minds that specialize in these areas. This collaboration will enable us to bring highly focused expertise to our respective clients that relate to legal and regulatory compliance within the mortgage banking and real estate finance industries.”
With over 600 lawyers worldwide, Patton Boggs is a leader in public policy, litigation and business law.
The Collingwood Group is a Washington, DC-based advisory firm focused on growing client’s businesses, promoting revenue growth and increasing investment returns.