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Mark helps financial services companies navigate regulatory scrutiny, compliance challenges, and consumer disputes, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence, data privacy, and consumer financial protection laws. As an associate in our Washington, DC office, he is a key member of the firm’s data privacy and security, automotive finance, and government enforcement practices.
Mark advises clients on privacy compliance, AI governance, and financial services regulations, ensuring adherence to laws such as the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, California Consumer Privacy Act, and other state AI, data privacy, and consumer protection laws. He also represents clients before federal and state agencies, including the FTC, CFPB, and state attorneys general, providing strategic counsel on enforcement actions, regulatory compliance, and litigation matters.
With a focus on consumer financial services and data privacy, Mark works with clients to:
Before joining Hudson Cook, Mark represented clients in transactional finance at a leading international law firm. His background in complex financial transactions enhances his ability to advise clients on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
Beyond his legal practice, Mark serves as an officer in the U.S. Army Reserve, where he leads teams with discipline, strategic thinking, and a commitment to mission success. His military experience reinforces his ability to navigate high-stakes legal and regulatory challenges with precision and integrity.
Mark received his J.D. from the University of Maryland’s Francis King Carey School of Law, where he served as Associate Editor of the Maryland Law Review and competed on the Alternative Dispute Resolution Team. He is licensed to practice in the jurisdictions of Maryland, New York, and the District of Columbia. Mark is dedicated to helping clients proactively manage regulatory and compliance risks while advancing their business objectives in a dynamic legal landscape.
In his free time, Mark enjoys spending time with his family and friends, learning about history, staying active, and suffering through Virginia Tech football games.
Explaining the New CARS Rule – National Independent Automobile Dealers Association Annual Conference – June 18, 2024
CFPB Takes Action Against Fintech Company for Alleged Deceptive Practices in International Money Transfers – Hudson Cook Enforcement Alert – October 19, 2023