With a strong background in the lending industry, Jake counsels providers of consumer financial services on regulatory compliance matters.
Jake came to the practice of law with a love of research, analysis, and creative problem solving and a longstanding interest in the inner workings of the financial industry. He started his career at a boutique securities law and consulting firm, where he worked closely with a former SEC chairman. In that role he assisted with regulatory compliance issues, corporate governance reviews, and the development of expert reports on securities law and corporate governance topics.
Jake went on to advise depositories, mortgage companies, and lenders on their respective compliance obligations under both federal and state consumer finance laws. In this capacity he counselled clients on issues involving the Truth-in-Lending Act (TILA), TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures Rule (TRID), Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA), Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and Unfair, Deceptive, Acts or Practices/Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAP/UDAAP), among other federal and state consumer finance regulations.
He joined Husch Blackwell in 2023 in order to continue to expand his practice in consumer financial services, and he currently works with installment loan companies, motor vehicle finance companies, student loan providers, banks, credit unions, online lenders, and short-term lenders, helping them navigate both federal and state compliance requirements. Through innovative problem solving, Jake’s goal is to ensure that client businesses adhere to regulatory requirements, without sacrificing their competitive advantages.
Known for his efficiency, Jake provides clients with actionable guidance and direct answers to their questions. He believes that a deep understanding of clients and their needs allows him to best support their businesses.