Legal Risk Management Tips
Working with Outside Managers: Third-Party Asset Managers or Sub-Advisers – What is the Difference?
Investment advisers understand that selecting a portfolio which meets a client’s goals and objectives is a fiduciary duty. Sometimes, this involves working with outside managers such as sub-advisers or a third-party asset manager (“TPAM”) who have specialized investment management knowledge to further diversify a client’s portfolio investments. … Read More
Risk Mitigation in Incorporating Emerging Tech Trends into Client Portfolios
Just as with many other sectors of the economy, the securities industry has experienced a fast-coming barrage of changes to the business of investing, most of all in emerging technologies.
Investment Advisers may have ignored the changes in technology several years ago, but those who provide investment advisory services can no longer avoid the fact that clients’ portfolio needs have evolved, and they may fail to act in the best interest of their investors should they overlook it. However, there are some important factors to consider when incorporating new types of assets into clients’ portfolios and steps to take to mitigate risks.… Read More
California to Implement NASAA Continuing Education Model Rule in 2024
In November 2020, the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) introduced the Continuing Education Model Rule to help firms and practitioners in the investment advisory space better serve their clients and maintain regulatory compliance. NASAA, which is tasked with promoting excellence in the securities industry, has expanded to 19 member states who have pledged to protect investors and promote integrity in the business by facilitating ongoing education for IARs. California is one of several states who will adopt the Model Rule in the upcoming year. … Read More
How to Effectively Manage Your Cybersecurity Program
In the fast-paced and technology-driven landscape of the financial industry, managing cybersecurity risks is paramount. To ensure your organization’s legal compliance, and to safeguard sensitive data, it’s essential to maintain a robust incident response plan that is not only up to date but also routinely tested. In the financial industry, a reactive approach to cybersecurity is insufficient. To effectively manage legal risks associated with cyber threats, it is important to prioritize a proactive cybersecurity strategy.… Read More
Industry Publications
The Power of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Business by Alicia Bond & Michelle Jacko – NSCP Currents
Managing Partner, Michelle Jacko’s article, “How to Address Change Management,” was published in the September 2022 issue of the NSCP Currents Newsletter.… Read More
Legal and Regulatory Considerations for Going Independent by Michelle Jacko – Industry White Paper
Managing Partner Michelle L. Jacko‘s article, “Legal and Regulatory Considerations for Going Independent,” has been published as an industry white paper in conjunction with Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.… Read More
Exit Planning 101: Understanding Your Strategic Value
As business owners analyze and formulate their exit plan with their trusted advisors maximizing the value of his or her business is typically at the forefront of the discussions. Strategic value of a business is a simple calculation: cash + … Read More
How to Address Change Management by Michelle Jacko – NSCP Currents
Managing Partner, Michelle Jacko’s article, “How to Address Change Management,” was published in the September 2022 issue of the NSCP Currents Newsletter.… Read More
Recent Blog Posts
Michelle Jacko to Speak at the NSCP Interactive Compliance Labs, Long Beach
Jacko Law Group Managing Partner Michelle Jacko will speak on Risk Management Beyond Assessment at the National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP) Interactive Compliance Labs. The event will be held on April 18, 2024, at the Pointe, California State University, Long Beach. … Read More
SEC Rules on Deck for 2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ended 2023 with a bang, with over 780 enforcement actions and nearly $5 billion in financial remedies. With 25 new SEC rules scheduled to pass this spring and fall, those in the investment advisory space are well-advised to approach 2024 with a renewed commitment to optimizing their compliance program.… Read More
Michelle Jacko to Speak at the 2024 IAA Compliance Conference
Jacko Law Group Managing Partner Michelle Jacko will speak at the 2024 IAA Compliance Conference on Compliance 101, touching on key topics such as, best practices in cultivating a comprehensive compliance program, managing risk, conflicts of interest and more. … Read More
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Events
Michelle Jacko to Speak at the NSCP Interactive Compliance Labs, Long Beach
Jacko Law Group Managing Partner Michelle Jacko will speak on Risk Management Beyond Assessment at the National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP) Interactive Compliance Labs. The event will be held on April 18, 2024, at the Pointe, California State University, Long Beach. … Read More
Michelle Jacko to Speak at the 2024 IAA Compliance Conference
Jacko Law Group Managing Partner Michelle Jacko will speak at the 2024 IAA Compliance Conference on Compliance 101, touching on key topics such as, best practices in cultivating a comprehensive compliance program, managing risk, conflicts of interest and more. … Read More
Charles Schwab Virtual Educational Event – 2024 Compliance Update
Jacko Law Group’s Managing Partner, Michelle Jacko, will be presenting on the latest regulatory hot topics on February 27, 2024, at Schwab’s 2024 Compliance Update. During this exclusive educational virtual event, Michelle will touch on several key topics.… Read More
House Hearing on SEC’s Approach to Rulemaking
On November 2, 2023, the U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets held a hearing on what was termed, ‘The SEC’s Agenda: Unintended Consequences for U.S. Capital Markets and Investors” to explore whether the enforcement actions and new proposals and regulations put forth by the SEC was inadvertently harming the market.… Read More
Media Mentions
SDBJ Selects Michelle Jacko for SD 500 Award
We are excited to announce that Managing Partner Michelle L. Jacko has been included as a finalist for the 2022 SD 500 Awards by the San Diego Business Journal (“SDBJ”). According to SDBJ, the SD 500 Award, “focuses on San … Read More
Jeremiah Baba Pagano Quoted in Barron’s Adviser
Attorney Jeremiah Baba Pagano was quoted in a Barron’s Adviser blog post titled “6 Missteps that Trip Up Brokers Who Leave Big Wall Street Firms,” on August 17, 2022. Within the post, Jeremiah explains how tax implications are often an afterthought … Read More
Michelle Jacko Selected by SDBJ for CEO of the Year Awards 2022
We are proud and honored to announce that CEO Michelle L. Jacko has been included as a finalist for the 2022 CEO of the Year Awards by the San Diego Business Journal. According to SDBJ, “Now in its 17th year, the CEO of … Read More
SDBJ Recognizes Michelle Jacko – Women of Influence in Law 2022
We are excited to announce that the San Diego Business Journal has recognized Managing Partner Michelle Jacko as a Women of Influence in Law for 2022! Congratulations Michelle! Click here to learn more and see the full list of honorees.
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