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November 2023 » thefivestar.com 23 November 2023 M O V E R S & S H A K E R S served, as her leadership and expertise have been crucial in making Lender Toolkit the go-to platform for innovative mortgage solutions," Lender Toolkit CEO Brett Brumley said. "She's been a key figure in the development of several technologies that are revolutionizing the lending process. We couldn't feel more fortunate to have her on our team." Alexander was instrumental in developing and implementing Lender Toolkit's AI Underwriter, an automated system that can underwrite a loan in 90 seconds or less, and a key contributor in the development of Prism, which simplifies the income calculation process for lenders. "I'm extremely proud of Lender Toolkit's achievements and the momen- tum we've been able to generate over the past several years," Alexander said. "I look forward to continuing to contribute to our success in my new role and ensure our clients are able produce loans faster, more accurately and cost-effectively." Attorneys TIMOTHY OFAK TAPPED TO LEAD WEINER BRODSKY KIDER'S LITIGATION PRAC- TICE GROUP Weiner Brodsky Kider PC, a firm that has provided counsel to the financial services industry throughout the U.S. for more than four decades, has named Timothy Ofak as Head of its Litigation Practice Group. Ofak is a seasoned litigator who has handled all aspects of complex litigation, as well as government investigations and related enforcement actions. When he joined the firm in 2016, he already had an established background in representing the financial services industry. Having now practiced in this area for 17 years representing independent mortgage companies, national and regional banks, and related companies, Ofak is well-po- sitioned to continue providing Weiner Brodsky Kider clients with the expertise and exceptional service. "I'm thrilled to announce this promotion," said Mitch Kider, Chair- man and Managing Partner of Weiner Brodsky Kider. "Tim's tenure with our firm has been one of exponential growth. His insightful approach combined with his industry knowledge make him an invaluable advisor to our clients facing government actions and private suits. Tim's strong character and amiable nature make him a pleasure to work with and well-suited to lead the group. Tim is absolutely ready for this new role." In his new role with Weiner Brodsky Kider, Ofak will represent companies in the financial services and mortgage in- dustries nationwide in federal and state litigation and government investigations. He has deep experience in general busi- ness and commercial litigation, including contract disputes, defending consumer class actions, suits under state consumer protection statutes, and claims under various federal statutes, including the False Claims Act, RESPA, TILA, FCRA, TCPA, FDCPA, EFTA, and PFCRA. Ofak also advises clients in connection with investigations and enforcement actions brought by federal and state agencies, including the Consumer Financial Pro- tection Bureau (CFPB), Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Ofak received his bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania and his law degree from The University of Michigan Law School. He previously served as Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge Marilyn Heffley in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Weiner Brodsky Kider, with offices in Washington, D.C. and Irvine, California, also serves as General Counsel for the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA). "Tim's tenure with our firm has been one of exponential growth. His insightful approach combined with his industry knowledge make him an invaluable advisor to our clients facing government actions and private suits." —Mitch Kider, Chairman and Managing Partner, Weiner Brodsky Kider