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also known as Lisa Braganca, Celiza Braganca
Defending individuals and businesses in government investigations and litigation.
Lisa defends companies, individuals, financial advisors, investment advisors, financial advisors, investors, officers, directors, and others in investigations by SEC, FINRA, and state securities commissioners. Lisa was a Branch Chief in the Division of Enforcement of the SEC, where she handled investigations of financial fraud, offering fraud, insider trading, market manipulation, and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act violations. She has been successful in resolving government investigations, many times with no charges or substantially reduced charges being brought. Lisa also represents whistleblowers in reporting violations of securities laws through the SEC Office of the Whistleblower program.
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
1100 Central Avenue, Suite G, Wilmette, IL, 60091
56 Client Reviews
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Posted by Rob | November 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney
First person to contact if the SEC is looking at you
She handled my case professionally and made me feel as comfortable as possible in an adverse situation. She told me the truth and helped me set my expectations correctly. Her advice and direction helped me to bring my SEC investigation to a close in a short period of time. I would recommend Lisa ...
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney
10/10!
Lisa was so helpful and gave amazing guidance throughout her time helping me. She gave me realistic expectations from the beginning. I ended up with the best possible outcome in my situation, and I truly believe it is because she went the extra mile to understand me. Cannot say enough good things abo...
Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Recommeding Lisa
I had a positive experience with Lisa and I was satisfied with the final result. She was very professional and patient throughout an almost 3 year process. If you need an experienced attorney to defend you I'd highly recommend Lisa.
Posted by anonymous | September 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgable, Professional, Caring
Extremely knowledgable in field of practice, a highly recommended source to receive legal advice. Recognizes the person and not just the problem. Would rate higher than five stars if possible.
Posted by Michael | September 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Expert in helping with FINRA issues.
Lisa and her team are excellent. She is very well verserd in the Securities and Wealth Management Industries. She helped establish a Plan. She worked with me on the Plan and she followed through in the inquiry from FINRA. She is very compassionate and friendly, while being very direct, which is a...
Litigation lawyer
2012
Lead On! Award, Access Living
1992
Order of the Coif,
2017 - Present
Owner and Attorney, Braganca Law LLC
2014 - 2017
Trial Attorney, Stoltmann Law Offices
2011 - 2013
Legal Director, Access Living
2004 - 2011
Securities and Financial Litigation Attorney, Sperling and Slater PC
1999 - 2001
Branch Chief and Enforcement Attorney, US Securities & Exchange Commission
1994 - 1999
Trial Attorney, Jenner & Block
2019 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Women's White Collar Defense AssociationMember
2019 - 2024
PIABA FoundationBoard Member
2014 - 2023
Public Investor Advocate Bar AssociationCommittee member
1995 - 2023
Chicago Bar AssociationMember - Securities Law Committee
1993 - 1994
District of Columbia Bar
1992 - 1994
Virginia Bar
Settled
Investigation closed with no charges
Settled
Settled
No charges brought against clients
Either no charges brought against client or resolved via settlement
1992
JD
1992
MBA
N/A
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2023
2020
Cryptocurrency and digital coin regulation
2020
Cryptocurrency and digital coin regulation
2019
Using Behavioral Decision-making Research in FINRA Arbitrations and Mediations
2019
Blockchain in Litigation 2.0
2019
Elder Financial Abuse
2018
FINRA Arbitration
2018
Using Behavioral Decision-making Research in FINRA Arbitrations and Mediations
2018
Truth Without Proof - How to Get Blockchain Transactions into Evidence
2017
Fraud as a Virus
2017
Exploitation of Elders by Financial Advisors
2017
Discovery in FINRA arbitration
2016
Investment Fraud - Reaching Defrauded Investors
2006
Securities fraud
2005
Securities fraud
2003
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002
2021
2019
2019
2019
2018
2006
1998
English
Legal Answers
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06 Jun 2023
Discovery was sent by Defendant's former counsel, then new attorney subbed in. Is Discovery still due?
08 Jun 2023