Expertise
Litigation Support | Expert Witness | Asset Management | Investment Management | Asset Managers | Asset Owners | Investment Process | Global Equity Trading | Electronic Trading | Alternative Trading Systems (ATS) | Algorithmic Trading | Dark Pools | Block Pools | Trading Technology | Market Data | Sellside Research | MiFID II | Outsourcing | Outsourced Trading | Front Office | Middle Office | Back Office | Securities Valuation | Fair Value | Best Execution | Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) | Trading Analytics | Investment Operations | Audit | Risk Management | Securities Market Structure | Public Policy | Governance | Compliance | Global Regulations | Intelligent Automation | Robotic Process Automation (RPA) | Technology Implementation | Order Management Systems (OMS) | Execution Management Systems (EMS) | Buyside | Board Experience | FINRA Arbitrator | VWAP volume-weighted average price
(For search purposes, not intended to be a comprehensive list)
Jeffrey Estella  

Principal, Estella LLC
Box 559
Newbury, NH 03255

Work: 617-784-3961
jestella@estellallc.com
www.estellallc.com
LinkedIn
Expertise
Litigation Support | Expert Witness | Asset Management | Investment Management | Asset Managers | Asset Owners | Investment Process | Global Equity Trading | Electronic Trading | Alternative Trading Systems (ATS) | Algorithmic Trading | Dark Pools | Block Pools | Trading Technology | Market Data | Sellside Research | MiFID II | Outsourcing | Outsourced Trading | Front Office | Middle Office | Back Office | Securities Valuation | Fair Value | Best Execution | Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) | Trading Analytics | Investment Operations | Audit | Risk Management | Securities Market Structure | Public Policy | Governance | Compliance | Global Regulations | Intelligent Automation | Robotic Process Automation (RPA) | Technology Implementation | Order Management Systems (OMS) | Execution Management Systems (EMS) | Buyside | Board Experience | FINRA Arbitrator | VWAP volume-weighted average price
(For search purposes, not intended to be a comprehensive list)

Financial services executive who served as a global leader in numerous aspects of the investment process at both MFS Investment Management and Putnam Investments. Extensive experience in global equity trading, investment operations, risk management, securities market structure, public policy, global regulation, and the implementation of technology efficiencies. Proven success steering organizations, hiring, developing and mentoring cohesive teams. Build efficient infrastructure and implement sound operational policies that mitigate risk exposure while integrating creative solutions. Regarded both internally and externally for dedication to continuous improvement and the ability to motivate both small and large culturally diverse teams to deliver results. Recognized for integrity, strong work ethic, and teamwork.

FINRA Series 6, 7, 26, 63 (previously held)


LITIGATION EXPERIENCE:

FINRA Dispute Resolution Services - Arbitrator:
• 2021 - present (December 2024)

Consulting Expert for an Investment Management Company:
• Contributed to the Statement of Claim
• Active Case: 2023 – present (December 2024)

Testifying Witness and Consulting Witness for an Investment Management Company:
• Provided Deposition Testimony
• Prepared an Expert Report
• Prepared a Declaration
• Contributed to the Complaint
• Active Case: 2022 – present (December 2024)

Expert Witness and Fact Witness for a Global Financial Services Company:
• Prepared a Rebuttal Expert Report
• Prepared an Expert Report
• Prepared a Declaration
• 2020 - 2023

Testifying Witness for an Investment Management Company:
• Case settled prior to FINRA Arbitration
• 2021

Key Witness in the MFS Investments SEC Enforcement Action (Firm Failed To Adequately Disclose Use of Mutual Fund Brokerage Commissions To Pay for "Shelf Space" at Brokerage Firms):
• Deposed and offered in-person testimony at the SEC (Division of Enforcement) in Washington, D.C.

Curriculum Vitae

SER Associate Member