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Nusra Ismail is an attorney in Vedder’s Litigation practice area and a member of the Government Investigations and White Collar Defense group, representing companies and executives in complex investigations and high-stakes litigations.

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She advises clients on SEC and DOJ actions, including those involving accusations of securities fraud and insider trading. Nusra also defends clients in private class action securities and derivative litigations, delivering strategic solutions that protect business operations and reputations. Beyond her securities-related practice, Nusra represents clients in a wide-range of commercial litigation involving breach of contract or fiduciary duty claims, focusing on outcomes that align with her clients’ business goals.

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As part of her regulatory work, clients trust Nusra to counsel them with respect to enhancing policies and procedures and supporting them through examinations. Companies also rely on Nusra to guide them through the ever-changing data privacy and cybersecurity regulatory landscape, as well as counsel them through cybersecurity incidents in ways that mitigate risk.

Committed to service, Nusra volunteers as a guardian ad litem through Chicago Volunteer Legal Services and supports the firm’s Pro Bono Committee, leveraging her legal experience to deliver impact beyond the courtroom.

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Successfully obtained a termination letter from the SEC closing a multiyear investigation of a global fund services provider

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Secured a termination letter from the SEC closing an investigation into an investment adviser whose former chief compliance officer misled SEC staff during examination

Successfully obtained dismissal of litigation against investment company and its independent trustees in breach of contract suit seeking tens of millions of dollars

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Chicago

28 Vedder Price Attorneys Recognized in Thomson Reuters 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers: 19 as Super Lawyers, 9 as Rising Stars

Nusra Ismail Named to Chicago Volunteer Legal Services’ 2024 Honor Roll

25 Vedder Price Attorneys Recognized in Thomson Reuters 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers

Vedder Price Practice Areas and Attorneys Recognized in The Legal 500 United States in 2025

DOJ Announces Significant Changes to Corporate Enforcement Policies & Other Highlights from the ABA 38th Annual National Institute on White Collar Crime

DOJ Announces New Programs, Continued Focus on Corporate Conduct & Other Highlights from the ABA 39th Annual National Institute on White Collar Crime

Highlights from SEC Speaks 2024

Investment Services Regulatory Update April 2024

Highlights from 2024 ALI-CLE Accountants’ Liability Conference

<i>SEC v. Jarkesy</i>: A Divided Supreme Court Holds That the SEC Cannot Seek Civil Penalties through an Administrative Proceeding

Highlights from SEC Speaks 2025

Highlights from 2025 ALI-CLE Accountants’ Liability Conference

Popa v. Microsoft Corporation, et al.: Ninth Circuit Clarifies Article III Standing Requirements and Strengthens Defenses to Internet Privacy and Other Consumer Claims

Nusra Ismail

Nusra Ismail

Credentials

Education

Bar Admissions

Court Admissions

Recognition

Insights & Events

26 Vedder Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers

Popa v. Microsoft Corporation, et al.: Ninth Circuit Clarifies Article III Standing Requirements and Strengthens Defenses to Internet Privacy and Other Consumer Claims

Vedder Price Practice Areas and Attorneys Recognized in The Legal 500 United States in 2025

Highlights from 2025 ALI-CLE Accountants’ Liability Conference

Highlights from SEC Speaks 2025

25 Vedder Price Attorneys Recognized in Thomson Reuters 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers

SEC v. Jarkesy: A Divided Supreme Court Holds That the SEC Cannot Seek Civil Penalties through an Administrative Proceeding

SEC v. Jarkesy: A Divided Supreme Court Holds That the SEC Cannot Seek Civil Penalties through an Administrative Proceeding

Nusra Ismail

Credentials

Education

Bar Admissions

Court Admissions

Recognition

Insights & Events

26 Vedder Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers

Popa v. Microsoft Corporation, et al.: Ninth Circuit Clarifies Article III Standing Requirements and Strengthens Defenses to Internet Privacy and Other Consumer Claims

Vedder Price Practice Areas and Attorneys Recognized in The Legal 500 United States in 2025

Highlights from 2025 ALI-CLE Accountants’ Liability Conference

Highlights from SEC Speaks 2025

25 Vedder Price Attorneys Recognized in Thomson Reuters 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers

SEC v. Jarkesy: A Divided Supreme Court Holds That the SEC Cannot Seek Civil Penalties through an Administrative Proceeding

SEC v. Jarkesy: A Divided Supreme Court Holds That the SEC Cannot Seek Civil Penalties through an Administrative Proceeding

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