JAMES L. KAUFFMAN is an associate in the Little Rock office of the firm. Mr. Kauffman earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida, receiving a dual degree in Financial Management and Insurance. Subsequently, Mr. Kauffman graduated with Honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law. During his law school career, Mr. Kauffman practiced as a certified legal intern within the Virgil C. Hawkins Civil Clinic, assisting indigent clients file pro se lawsuits. Additionally, Mr. Kauffman was distinguished as the top student in Trial Practice. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Kauffman worked as a financial advisor for Morgan Stanley Dean Witter. While at Morgan Stanley, Mr. Kauffman underwent comprehensive Series 7 training, which included option strategies, margin accounts, and underwriting of initial public offerings. Mr. Kauffman left Morgan Stanley Dean Witter in the fall of 1999 to pursue his law degree. Mr. Kauffman is licensed to practice in the state of Arkansas. He is a member of the American and Arkansas Bar Associations. Mr. Kauffman�s areas of expertise include securities law, corporate law, mediation, and arbitration. His practice with the firm focuses primarily upon representing investors seeking financial recovery for losses suffered as a result of securities fraud. |