Jera L. Bradshaw, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing business in Dallas since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Jera L. Bradshaw is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business and General. Jera has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Business · General
- Handles Business and General matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jera L. Bradshaw: Jera L. Bradshaw is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business and General. Jera has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Jera's practice areas in Dallas
Jera concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jera handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Jera takes business matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jera agrees to represent you.
General cases in Dallas, Texas
Jera takes general matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jera agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jera L. Bradshaw, business attorney serving Dallas
Jera L. Bradshaw is a shareholder based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Business and General. Jera has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Jera works from Dallas, Texas and takes on business matters across the region.
Jera L. Bradshaw is a former state and federal regulator who advises community, regional, and national banks on all aspects of financial regulatory compliance and enforcement, with an emphasis on state and federal enforcement actions; corporate and board governance matters related to regulatory compliance, bank-fintech partnerships, regulatory applications, enterprise risk; and “troubled” banks.
Jera regularly assists financial institutions of all sizes with examinations, applications, and enforcement matters; has an extensive background advising banks on compliance and remediation programs; and is experienced appearing before the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (FRB), the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and multiple state bank regulatory authorities.
Before joining private practice, Jera served ten years as bank regulatory counsel to the FDIC and the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions (“TDFI”) where she conducted legal review of regulatory filings such as branch applications, golden parachute payments, mergers, brokered deposit waivers, changes in bank control, and retirement of capital; supported regulatory examinations; oversaw enforcement actions; and advised on legislation, laws, and policies affecting financial institutions.
More recently, she acted as senior counsel of regulatory affairs for a large regional bank advising on intricate legal issues affecting the enterprise including implementation of enhanced prudential standards, affiliate transactions, dividend restrictions, Community Reinvestment Act strategy, and consumer compliance management systems (“CMS”).
Jera leverages her deep bank regulatory experience to deliver practical legal advice on a range of financial regulatory topics including affiliate transactions, deposit products, BSA/AML compliance, lending limits, insider transactions, capital and liquidity risk management, and the Community Reinvestment Act. She counsels clients on regulatory aspects of new product development, including bank partnership models, BaaS relationships, payment systems, fintech deposit platforms and third-party oversight. She also advises bank acquirers and sellers on regulatory approvals for M&A transactions, noncontrolling investments, nonbank activities, and other complex issues.
Jera is chair of the American Bar Association’s Regional and Community Banks Subcommittee, a faculty member of Fundamentals of Banking Law, and a guest lecturer at the SMU Dedman School of Law. In addition to speaking on regulatory issues affecting insured depository institutions, Jera is routinely called upon to train bank boards and management on a wide range of legal and risk management topics.
Concentrations
•Bank regulatory compliance and strategy
•Federal and state bank regulatory enforcement
•Bank Secrecy Act and AML/CFT compliance
•Financial crimes
•Bank-fintech partnerships
•Corporate governance and board advisory
•Consumer financial compliance
•Community and regional banking
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Financial Services Regulation Law, 2026
Working with Jera on a business matter
Jera L. Bradshaw is a former state and federal regulator who advises community, regional, and national banks on all aspects of financial regulatory compliance and enforcement, with an emphasis on state and federal enforcement actions; corporate and board governance matters related to regulatory compliance, bank-fintech partnerships, regulatory applications, enterprise risk; and “troubled” banks.…
Clients Jera works with
Jera reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jera studied and practices
The University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. Editorial Board and Symposium Editor, The University of Memphis Law Review; Law Review Member of the Year Award
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Rhodes College B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Jera's state bar admissions
Texas
2020 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2009 · ACTIVE
Jera studied at — in The University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. Editorial Board and Symposium Editor, The University of Memphis Law Review; Law Review Member of the Year Award and — in Rhodes College B.A..
Law school and academic background
Jera completed — in The University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law J.D. Editorial Board and Symposium Editor, The University of Memphis Law Review; Law Review Member of the Year Award and — in Rhodes College B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jera runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jera L. Bradshaw's office in Dallas
Jera's primary office is at 2200 Ross Avenue, Suite 5200, Dallas, TX, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Jera L. Bradshaw — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jera usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jera charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jera's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jera will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jera
Jera discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jera confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jera's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jera L. Bradshaw
How much does it cost to hire Jera for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jera walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jera offer a free consultation?
Jera charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jera's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jera's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jera gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jera take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Jera is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jera will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Jera?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jera will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jera accepting new business clients right now?
Jera's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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