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Jeffrey Andrew SmithSecurities Offerings Attorney in Washington, DC
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Securities OfferingsCapital MarketsFinancial ServicesPersonal InjuryTax
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Contact
Email
Phone
(866) 970-5268
Address
1250 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20036, US
Professional
About
Jeffrey Andrew Smith is a distinguished attorney based in Washington, DC, with over 26 years of expertise in capital markets, financial services, personal injury, and tax law. As a key member of the LawVisory team, he leverages his extensive background in securities, business, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance to provide comprehensive legal solutions for a diverse clientele, including financial services companies, investment advisers, broker-dealers, and digital asset firms. Mr. Smith’s career highlights include serving as Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer for various organizations, where he has been pivotal in navigating complex legal landscapes and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. His experience at the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly in the Director of Enforcement’s office, equips him with a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks. Additionally, his role as Investigative Counsel for President Obama at the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission further solidifies his reputation as a trusted advisor in the field. An accomplished board member for public companies, Mr. Smith played a significant role in the merger between Digital World Acquisition Corp and Trump Media & Technology Group, which transformed Trump Media into a publicly traded entity. His international work in economic development includes advising high-level officials in Africa, showcasing his global perspective on tax structuring and asset preservation. As a co-founder of RarityX, he is also at the forefront of innovations in tradable fractional interests and asset tokenization, positioning him as a leading figure in the evolving landscape of FinTech and digital assets.
Credentials
Education
2009 Georgetown University Law Center L.L.M. Securities & Financial Regulation, with Distinction 1999 University of Kentucky College of Law JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2009 Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional, National Center for Compliance Professionals, Lakeville, CT 2008 Certified Regulatory and Compliance Professional, University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business & FINRA Institute, Philadelphia, PA 2008 Certified in Risk Management, InternationalInstitute of Professional Education and Research, San Francisco, CA
Publications
2011 Hedge Funds and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act Hedge Funds and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act 2011 Separating the Wheat from the Chaff: A Proposed Three-Part Safe Harbor Exemption to Differentiate Between Permissible Event Contracts and Illegal Gaming Separating the Wheat from the Chaff: A Proposed Three-Part Safe Harbor Exemption to Differentiate Between Permissible Event Contracts and Illegal Gaming 2011 The Tragic Flaws and Critical Errors to Avoid in Securities Arbitration The Tragic Flaws and Critical Errors to Avoid in Securities Arbitration 2011 Energy Trading in United States After Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and The Need for a Commercial End-User Exception That is Clearly and Broadly Implemented by the CFTC Energy Trading in United States After Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and The Need for a Commercial End-User Exception That is Clearly and Broadly Implemented by the CFTC
Associations
2023 - Present Future Trends Group Executive Director & Global General Counsel 2023 - Present MPI Group (Maximum Positive Impact) Chairman 2016 - Present Rarity X Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Speaking
2022 EITL Forum 2022 Cryptocurrency Regulations, Views, and Trends
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Updated: Oct 16, 2026