Morrissey brings expert knowledge and experience in legal, advocacy, and compliance fields to the new role.
12/13/2021 10:00 A.M.
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Pilgrim Christakis LLP, an ACA International member company based in Chicago, recently announced the promotion of Jim Morrissey to the firm’s partnership. Morrissey formerly served as an associate at the firm for six years.
Morrissey joined Pilgrim Christakis after beginning his career at the State Appellate Defender’s office in Chicago. He has since become a seasoned litigator who represents financial institutions and related service providers in consumer protection cases, class actions, and government investigations.
“Jim has been a valuable member of our team since he joined the firm,” said firm partner Katrina Christakis. “He combines exceptional advocacy skills with business acumen, achieving results in the most cost-effective manner.”
Jeff Pilgrim, partner at Pilgrim Christakis, added, “Our clients, which include some of the world’s most sophisticated financial institutions, require attorneys who understand the complexities of their businesses and the legal and regulatory environment they face every day. Jim is an exceptionally talented lawyer with strong industry insights that our clients have come to value.”
Morrissey is a frequent presenter at legal and financial service conferences and has authored articles that have appeared in legal journals and financial publications regarding the SAFE Banking Act, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
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