Key Dodd-Frank reforms to watch for in 2012

Writing in the American Bankers Association’s Banking Journal Thomas Vertanian, a partner in Dechert LLP, outlines some key reforms mandated by the Dodd-Frank financial reform legislation that have potential to dramatically impact the financial markets.

Some of the reforms highlighted are the controversial Volcker rule, systemic regulation, and moving forward on initiatives being crafted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).