Todd Beauchamp > A&O Shearman > Washington DC, United States > Lawyer Profile

A&O Shearman
1101 NEW YORK AVENUE, NW
WASHINGTON, D.C., 20005
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
United States

Work Department

Financial Services Regulatory

Position

Partner

Career

With a core focus and extensive experience in payments and fintech, Todd advises a wide range of clients, including those in the financial services and technology sectors, on the full spectrum of related regulatory, transactional and general corporate matters at A&O Shearman.

Todd has comprehensive knowledge of emerging payment technologies, including those related to money transmission, virtual currencies, electronic payments, and stored value, and advises clients in the structuring and negotiation of commercial arrangements involving the development and offering of related products and services. He routinely counsels clients on federal, state, and international regulatory issues, as well as legislative developments, and represents clients in matters before state and federal bank regulatory agencies.

Todd is recognized by Chambers and Legal 500 as a leading lawyer in fintech, payments, and financial services regulation.

Lawyer Rankings

United States > Finance > Fintech

(Leading Individuals)

Todd Beauchamp – A&O Shearman

Noted for its capabilities in financial services regulatory matters and technology transactions, A&O Shearman is a strong choice for trade bodies on blockchain and cryptocurrency issues. In New York, Adam Chernichaw often advises users of fintech products and services on strategic alliances and product integrations, while Dario de Martino is well-equipped to assist clients on blockchain licensing, smart contracts, and tokenization. Based in San Francisco, Alex Touma handles the integration of financial and web3 services on card network services, global platforms, and stored value products. Operating out of Washington DC, Todd Beauchamp  arrived to the team from Latham & Watkins LLP in March 2023, leading the firm’s payments practice, and counts traditional financial institutions on his client roster. Other new arrivals to the team include Helen Christakos who joined the team from Fenwick & West LLP in April 2023.