James Ho

James Ho is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in various roles across multiple organizations. Currently serving as Deputy General Counsel at Populus Financial Group since November 2015, James Ho provides legal support in areas such as card and payment services, commercial transactions, compliance, data security, loan product development, acquisitions, and corporate finance. Prior to this role, James Ho held positions as Senior Counsel at Oxy, focusing on contracts and compliance, and as Vice President and Counsel at MF Global, where responsibilities included corporate governance and securities reporting. Earlier experience encompasses legal associate roles at Dechert LLP, Bryan Cave, and a law clerk position at the U.S. District Court. Additionally, James Ho served as a trustee for the Queens Borough Public Library for a decade, demonstrating commitment to education and community service. Educational credentials include a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Brown University.