Timothy M. Villari (Tim)

Tim Villari is a dedicated litigator and regulatory lawyer who represents and advises financial institutions and large corporations in complex civil litigation, on governance and shareholder issues, and in internal and regulatory investigations. Tim routinely advises clients on matters involving digital assets, blockchain technology, and other aspects of the fintech ecosystem.

Tim has significant experience with all aspects of the litigation process in federal and state courts nationwide, with matters proceeding through alternative dispute resolution forums, and with regulatory matters involving the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and state securities regulators. Tim also actively represents clients in bankruptcy litigation, trade secrets disputes, contract disputes, securities matters, and in litigation related to structured financial products. Tim also actively counsels clients with respect to environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-related matters.

Tim maintains an active pro bono practice. He has represented members of a Native American church in a religious liberty matter seeking to preserve the sacredness of their place of worship. He also works on Jones Day's Ukraine Task Force supporting efforts to rebuild Ukraine and has represented human trafficking victims seeking to expunge their criminal records.

Prior to attending law school, Tim worked as a senior legislative aide in the Ohio Senate. He is also a proud Eagle Scout within the Boy Scouts of America organization.