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Karen A. Benson Receives Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Certification

Miami, FL, April 19, 2007 - Karen A. Benson, an associate with the law firm of Jorden Burt LLP, passed the Certification Examination for the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). The CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) designation is awarded to professionals who successfully complete a rigorous examination demonstrating their aptitude and expertise in anti-money laundering detection and enforcement. The exam covers money laundering and terrorist financing methods, the best practices to stop these crimes, the key legislation in place worldwide, global AML standards and developing defenses for financial institutions to stop terrorist financing and money laundering. Over 2,400 members successfully passed the CAMS examination, which is prepared by an independent testing company in collaboration with anti-money laundering experts around the globe.

About ACAMS
Founded in 2002, ACAMS now has 5,000 members in 104 countries. Since its founding, ACAMS mission is to provide a global platform for career development and networking for leading professionals in the AML field. ACAMS gives members the insight, information and inspiration they need to protect their institutions against the threat of money laundering and terrorist financing and the tools to advance their skills and reach their career objectives.

About JORDEN BURT LLP
With more than 80 lawyers practicing in three offices, Jorden Burt is a national law firm with a unique focus on financial services and a national reputation in high stakes litigation, financial regulation and product counseling. For more information on the firm and its practice, visit www.jordenburt.com.

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