Harrington Morris Legal is proud to welcome Angela Cortez, Esq. as our newest Senior Associate in the Regulatory Compliance practice. Angela joins us with more than ten years of experience advising financial institutions, healthcare startups, and publicly traded companies on risk management and government regulation.
Angela’s background includes serving as in-house counsel for a regional bank where she led compliance investigations and policy reforms following regulatory audits. She also spent time as a policy analyst working with federal oversight committees on the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act.
Her arrival comes at a time of heightened regulatory scrutiny in many industries. From increased cyber reporting requirements to ESG transparency mandates, our clients are facing a rapidly evolving compliance environment. Angela's expertise complements our existing capabilities and expands the firm's capacity to provide scalable compliance solutions for both startups and enterprise clients.
In her new role, Angela will lead regulatory audits, develop risk assessment protocols, and work directly with clients to implement controls that not only satisfy current laws but also anticipate future shifts. She will also serve as a key advisor to our litigation team on cases involving compliance failures or enforcement actions.
Angela is based in our New York office and is available immediately for consultations and speaking engagements. Her ability to explain complex regulatory matters in practical terms makes her a trusted partner for boards, general counsels, and compliance officers alike.
Please join us in welcoming Angela to the team. We’re confident her presence will further our mission of delivering strategic, forward-thinking legal solutions. Clients seeking to strengthen their internal compliance programs or prepare for regulatory audits are encouraged to contact Angela directly through the firm’s general inquiry line.