Jenny Cieplak

Jenny Cieplak is a Partner at Latham & Watkins LLP, where she specializes in providing corporate counsel primarily to financial institutions, fintech companies, and start-ups. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including intellectual property, regulatory issues, and the development and deployment of new technologies, particularly in the financial sector.

Professional Background

• Current Role: Partner at Latham & Watkins since June 2019. In this role, she advises clients on complex joint ventures, technology agreements, and the implementation of emerging technologies such as blockchain and virtual currencies.12

• Previous Experience: Before joining Latham & Watkins, she worked at Crowell & Moring LLP for over 11 years and at McKee Nelson LLP for about two years, focusing on structured finance transactions and compliance with securities regulations.1

Education

Jenny Cieplak holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Georgetown University Law Center, where she graduated cum laude. She also earned a Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Music and Philosophy from The Catholic University of America.1

Areas of Expertise

Her practice includes advising on:

• Collaborative technology development arrangements
• Intellectual property management in corporate transactions
• Governance and operational aspects of electronic trading platforms
• Regulatory compliance and risk management in fintech.23

Cieplak is recognized for her strong knowledge of the corporate and regulatory aspects of fintech transactions, making her a valuable resource for clients navigating the complexities of technology in finance.23