Sichenzia Ross Friedman Ference LLP (“SRFF”) announced today that Jeffrey R. Burke, previously a partner in the securities litigation and regulatory enforcement practice of Winston & Strawn LLP has joined the securities litigation and regulatory practice of SRFF as a partner in its New York office.

Both SRFF and Mr. Burke have long focused on the needs of members of the securities industry, including broker-dealers, hedge funds, underwriters, placement agents and public companies.

“We are very excited to have Jeff join our firm. His wealth of experience in both private practice as well as a former regulator with the New York Stock Exchange will be an invaluable asset to our clients who have come to expect top notch counsel from SRFF as a leading law firm in the securities industry,” said Michael Ference, co-head of the firm’s securities litigation and regulatory practice group. “With Jeff, SRFF continues to solidify our position as an industry leader and demonstrate our commitment and tradition of growth by careful additions of individual practitioners and cohesive practice groups that share our collegial and entrepreneurial spirit, as well as a dedication to quality of service.”

Mr. Burke stated, “joining SRFF and its nationally respected securities litigation and regulatory practice was an easy choice for me. I am excited to be working with my new partners at SRFF. They are highly respected professionals who have a strong reputation for creative problem solving and obtaining superior results for their clients. I am looking forward to continuing my practice in such a dynamic and progressive firm that shares my commitment to providing best in class service to clients.”

Mr. Burke focuses his practice on securities and business litigation and SEC, FINRA and state regulatory enforcement matters. He represents public and private companies, investment and commercial banks, broker-dealers, hedge funds, private equity firms, boards, special committees, officers, directors and other individuals in securities litigation and arbitrations, shareholder derivative suits, internal investigations, and regulatory investigations. Mr. Burke spent 13 years at Winston & Strawn, most recently as partner.