Andrew Jacobson

Andrew Jacobson

January 28, 2019 | FC&S Insurance

A Primer: DFS Continues Aggressive International Sanctions Enforcement

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) continues to aggressively pursue economic sanctions enforcement, as evidenced by the $420 million…

By Bruce Paulsen and Andrew Jacobson

6 minute read

January 25, 2019 | New York Law Journal

A Primer: DFS Continues Aggressive International Sanctions Enforcement

This article will provide an overview of how the New York State Department of Financial Services enforces international sanctions, focusing on the type of conduct that DFS deems to be “non-transparent.” Additionally, the authors discuss the statutory authority underpinning these actions and DFS jurisdiction, which is broad.

By Bruce Paulsen and Andrew Jacobson

6 minute read

August 17, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Critical DFS Cybersecurity Deadline Approaching: Additional Controls Required

The regulation defines “cybersecurity events” as any act or attempt, successful or unsuccessful, to gain unauthorized access to, disrupt, or misuse an information system or information stored on such information systems.

By Andrew Jacobson

6 minute read

February 05, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Critical DFS Cybersecurity Deadline Approaching: Corporate Officers and Directors on Notice

Given DFS's historical emphasis on individual accountability at its regulated entities, preparing for this compliance certification is critical.

By Michael Considine and Andrew Jacobson

6 minute read

November 03, 2017 | New York Law Journal

DFS Flexes Enforcement and Regulatory Muscles in Equifax Hack Scandal

In this Outside Counsel column, Marlon Paz and Andrew Jacobson provide an overview of proposed DFS regulation and the regulatory and enforcement implications for entities that fall under DFS's jurisdiction.

By Marlon Paz and Andrew Jacobson

18 minute read