Banking/Financial Institutions Law Practice Page by lexis.com (Subscription Required)
The LexisNexis® Banking/Financial Institutions Law Page is your single location on the Web for virtually all your practice needs. Research analytical & primary law sources; find people, property, & financial information; and track recent banking/financial institution news & developments.
http://web.lexis.com/xchange/practiceareas/banking/default.asp
Commercial Law and eCommerce Practice Page by lexis.com (Subscription Required)
The LexisNexis® Commercial Law and eCommerce Page is your single location on the Web for virtually all your practice needs. Research analytical & primary law sources; find people, property, & financial information; track recent commercial law news & developments; and Locate UCC Lien Filings.
http://web.lexis.com/xchange/practiceareas/commercial/default.asp
A Guide to Federal Reserve Regulations (Federal Reserve Bank of New York)
This site contains a comprehensive list of regulations as issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The 30 regulations are available for review, as well as several other special reports relating to the Federal Reserve Bank. The site also has links to general publications, research publications, annual reports, and more.
http://www.ny.frb.org/pihome/regs.html
American Bankers Association (ABA)
This comprehensive site contains many useful and informative links, such as: daily newsbytes; ABA solutions to various issues; economic indicator; site highlights; and more. In addition, the site has links to many other topics, including: industry news, sites of interest, community development, and others.
http://www.aba.com/default.htm
American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Business Law, Committee on Banking Law
Find daily ABA-related news, information on upcoming conferences and telephone briefings, and links to several sections including: international relations, products and surveys/statistics. The ABA Solutions section helps attorneys through links to the Compliance Center, ICB Certification, Careers/Job Bank, Marketing Network and more. The site also provides an introduction into the various subcommittees.
http://www.abanet.org/buslaw/banking/groups.html
TheBankingChannel
Find Banking News, Merger Watch, and upcoming banking events on site from Thompson Financial. Site features include: Banking Headlines; Sheshunoff MergerWatch; Small Business Banker; and Electronic Marketplace.
http://www.thebankingchannel.com/
Canadian Bankers Association (CBA)
CBA develops the policies and directives for the chartered banks in Canada. Site sections include: About the CBA; Media Centre; and Industry Issues. In addition, users can access more than 10 links to collateral locations that are related to the banking industry.
http://www.cba.ca/
Central Banks of the World
This site lists central banks around the world. Many, if not all, countries are listed and the recognized central bank of the country is identified. The site also features: central banking resources; currency boards; multilateral financial institutions; financial news; and more. Source: Mark Bernkopf’s Central Banking Resource Center.
http://adams.patriot.net/~bernkopf/
CNN Financial Network
Here, find up-to-the-minute news and late-breaking stories dealing with financial topics and current event. Some of the topics include: markets & stocks; technology; personal finance; and small business. Also find links to other current events in sports and news; and a search engine. Source: CNNmoney.
http://money.cnn.com/
Conference of State Bank Supervisors
Sections include: News & PR; What's New; Education; and Info & Statistics. Also link to state, federal, and commercial banking Web. Source: Conference of State Bank Supervisors.
http://www.csbs.org/
European Central Bank (ECB)
Detailed information about the structure of the European System of Central Banks. Sections include: Key ECB Interest Rates; Press Releases; Cash Changeover; and Legal Documents. Many of these and other documents are available in 10 different languages.
http://www.ecb.int/
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
The site answers many questions consumers and businesses might ask about their deposits, banks and insurance. Link to FDIC Law, Regulations and Related Acts. Find additional information in sections called: Bank Data, Regulations and Examinations, Consumers and Communities; Buying From, Selling to FDIC; and Newsroom. Also link to EDIE, the site's electronic deposit insurance estimator.
http://www.fdic.gov/
Financial Times
Find market information and the latest breaking news in the economic world. Site sections include: News; Markets; Industries; and Companies. Search the site or link to six partner sites.
http://news.ft.com/home/rw/
FinCEN Publications
This site covers the history of financial crimes in the U.S. More than 40 publications cover counter-money laundering endeavors by U.S. law enforcement agencies.
http://www.fincen.gov/pub_main.html
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Established in 1946, this international organization includes 183 member countries, which work together to maintain financial cooperation, assistance, and growth. Links to: Statutes; Lending options; Technical Assistance; Publications; Country Information; and IMF Finances.
http://www.imf.org/
Legal Information Institute (LII) Banking Law Overview
Following a comprehensive introduction ito Banking Law is an extensive compilation of resources. Site sections include: federal and state statutes; federal agency regulations; federal and state judicial decisions; and other references. Federal agencies and other financial organizations are located in the other references category.
http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/banking.html
Legal Information Institute (LII) Consumer Credit Law Overview
Access state and federal statutes; state and federal judicial decisions; and federal agency regulations. A comprehensive introduction explains the basics of credit and its related laws.
http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/consumer_credit.html
Legal Information Institute (LII) Debtor and Creditor Law Overview
Access state and federal statutes; state and federal judicial decisions; and federal agency regulations. A comprehensive introduction explains the basics of debtor-creditor law.
http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/debtor_creditor.html
National Information Center (NIC) of Banking Information (Federal Reserve System)
Find information on both domestic and foreign banks operating in the U.S. supervised by the Federal Reserve. Site sections include: institution search; institution history; organization hierarchy; financial & performance reports; and top 50 BHCs/Banks. Users also can link to the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council’s (FFIEC) Web site.
http://www.ffiec.gov/nic/default.HTM
Online (OFAC) Tracker
Part of the U.S. Treasury, the OFAC oversees economic and trade sanctions. This site provides comprehensive information regarding control of foreign assets. A problem-solving section for various entities is listed. Some of the entities include: banks; credit unions; insurance companies; and law firms.
http://link-usa.com/ofac/default.htm
The Structure of the Federal Reserve System (Board of Governers)
Here, find detailed explanations of The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System; The Federal Open Market Committee; the Federal Reserve Banks; and the Board of Directors. Throughout the explanatory text there are links to important terms or other sites for additional information that clarifies the document.
http://www.federalreserve.gov/pubs/frseries/frseri.htm
World Bank
This worldwide organization provided more than $17 billion to developing countries in fiscal year 2001 alone. The site features articles, a world development report, issue briefs, and stories from the field. The site also offers information about: countries & regions; data & statistics; and organization projects.
http://www.worldbank.org/
