About Jessica
Jessica N. Garcia Keenum: FinTech Practice Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
Blending her transactional experience with her regulatory expertise, Jessica N. Garcia Keenum takes a pragmatic approach to guide clients through complex matters and help them meet their business objectives. As counsel with the Financial Services & Products Group at Alston & Bird’s Payments & Fintech Group, she advises cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms, social media platforms, financial institutions, merchants, money services businesses, fintech companies, and other payments systems clients on a wide range of transactional and regulatory matters.
Practice Areas
- Crypto Exchange Regulation
- Social Media Payment Compliance
- Mobile Wallet Development
- Payments Systems Regulation
She routinely advises on card network and NACHA rules compliance, as well as issues related to money transmission, mobile payments, person-to-person payments, cryptocurrencies, prepaid access, and electronic payments. Jessica regularly provides guidance on regulatory issues and compliance with federal and state laws.
Awards
- Recognized: Financial Services Regulation Law - 2024 in Best Attorney USA
Recognized: Financial Services Regulation Law - 2023 in Best Attorney USA
Recognized: Financial Services Regulation Law - 2022 in Best Attorney USA
Recognized: Financial Services Regulation Law - 2021 in Best Attorney USA
With a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding financial transactions and regulations, Jessica brings a wealth of experience to her clients. She is recognized as a leading authority on financial services regulation within the industry.
Firms
- Alston & Bird LLP - Current Firm
Affiliations
- Financial Services Regulation Law Group at Alston & Bird LLP
Languages
- English
Jessica N. Garcia Keenum's commitment to excellence and her extensive knowledge in financial services regulation positions her as a valuable asset to any organization navigating the intricate landscape of modern payments systems. Whether advising on cutting-edge technologies or ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory landscapes, she delivers strategic counsel that propels clients towards their business objectives.
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Jessica N. Garcia Keenum represents Alston & Bird LLP's commitment to providing top-tier legal services to businesses and individuals across the country. Her expertise spans a wide array of financial service areas, enabling her to offer comprehensive support to clients at every stage of their business journey.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Georgetown University
J.D., cum laude, from Emory Law School
Jessica N. Garcia Keenum brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience to her practice. Her educational background at Georgetown University laid the foundation for her passion in economics, while her J.D. from Emory Law School equipped her with a robust legal framework.
