Lakera A. Russell is a distinguished Senior Associate at Glinton Sweeting O’Brien, specializing in corporate, commercial, and financial services law. Her expertise spans a broad range, primarily focusing on secured financing transactions, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, and investment fund matters.

Her expertise also extends to the dynamic realm of digital assets and the Web3 ecosystem. She takes pride in guiding clients through the complexities of local and international business environments.

Lakera is committed to continuous growth, evident in her certifications, including the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Certification and The Osgoode Certificate in Blockchain Law.

Lakera served as Bahamian legal counsel to several notable clients, including: 

• US-based blockchain infrastructure company seeking guidance on Bahamian digital asset laws for its cross-border service offering.
• International fintech company involved in a reverse merger and private placement for potential listing on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
• Spanish offshore bank group in a cross-border merger and branch establishment in The Bahamas.
• A leading international online gaming operator for a GBP 2 billion acquisition and financing.
• Multinational precious metals streaming company for a US$50 million precious metal purchase.

Besides her professional endeavors, Lakera is deeply passionate about education and youth causes. She actively participates in initiatives supporting educational development and youth empowerment within her community.