Tom Noto

Tom Noto is a seasoned legal professional with a strong educational background, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Government from Clark University and a Doctor of Law from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. With a wealth of experience, Tom has held various significant roles in the legal field over the years.

Tom currently serves as the Chief Legal Counsel at Kind Lending, bringing his expertise to this role. Previously, he worked as an Attorney/Advisor in a self-employed capacity, showcasing his versatility in legal practice. Prior to that, Tom held the position of Senior Managing Director and Chief Legal Officer at Stearns Lending, LLC. His earlier experiences include serving as a Partner at Morrison & Foerster LLP and as an Associate General Counsel at Bank of America.

Before his current roles, Tom Noto has served in high-profile positions such as Managing Director in the Office of the General Counsel at Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc., Executive Vice President - Legal at ACC Capital Holdings, Partner at Kirkpatrick & Lockhart LLP, and Associate Attorney at Brownstein Zeidman and Lore. Additionally, he worked as a Staff Attorney in the Division of Consumer and Community Affairs at the Federal Reserve Board, showcasing his diverse legal background and experience.