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Randall C. Place

Mr. Place is in-charge of the firm's securities and commodities litigation practice. He has extensive experience in this area including numerous trials, mediations, and settlements of claims on behalf of clients. In addition to his law practice, Mr. Place has the unique perspective of having practical experience as a regulator formerly working for the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD n/k/a FINRA). Additionally, Mr. Place worked at a large broker-dealer for many years and formerly held multiple securities licenses. Mr. Place also worked as a research analyst and travelled throughout the country conducting due diligence of mutual funds. Mr. Place also worked for an investment advisory firm.
Academic Credentials
B.B.A. Finance from Western Michigan University
J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
L.L.M. from Georgetown University Law School in
Securities and Financial Regulation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
North Carolina
Professional Associations and Memberships:
Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association

Sara E. Hanley

Sara Hanley focuses her practice on representing aggrieved investors. Throughout her legal career Ms. Hanley has dedicated numerous hours to the community by working on both political campaigns as well as providing legal services to non-profit organizations. Mrs. Hanley has published numerous articles on law office management, often serves as a guest lecturer and has been invited to speak at women's groups throughout the community.
Academic Credentials
B.S. in Political Science from the University
of North Carolina
Chapel Hill
Honors: Dean’s List
J.D. from Nova Southeastern University
Honors: Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Honors: Dean’s List
Bar Admissions:
North Carolina
Certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Legal Intern
Professional Associations and Memberships:
North Carolina Bar Association Member

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