James "Jim" Downing is a seasoned compliance professional with over 25 years of experience in the broker-dealer and investment advisory industry. Currently serving as the Chief Compliance Officer of JLL Securities, Jim has held similar roles at esteemed organizations such as Morningstar, Aon, BMO, and JP Morgan. Prior to his corporate positions, Jim worked as a FINRA examiner at the Chicago District Office for 5 years, gaining valuable insights into regulatory compliance. Jim has his Juris Doctorate with honors from Taft Law School and a Masters of Accounting with honors from Roosevelt University.
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