Fiduciary Trust International, a global wealth manager and wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, has announced a key leadership hire. Jeffrey Danile has joined the firm as national director of trust administration. He works from the New York headquarters. He reports to Leslie Gillin Bohner, chief fiduciary officer and general trust counsel.
Ms. Bohner explained the thinking behind the appointment. “As we continue to execute our growth strategy to prepare for Fiduciary Trust International’s second century, Jeff will be an asset for placing our trust and estate offering in a strong position,” said Ms. Bohner. “He has an impressive track record of generating growth at financial institutions while maintaining a proper risk and compliance framework, and we look forward to working with him to achieve our client and business goals.”
In his new role, Mr. Danile will manage trust officers and administrators across the Fiduciary Trust International organization. Moreover, he will focus on the seamless delivery of trust and estate planning services. His work will reach clients throughout the United States. As a result, the firm expects consistent service quality in every region.
Danile Brings Decades of Trust and Estate Experience
Mr. Danile arrives from JPMorgan Private Bank. There, he served as executive director and regional trust team leader. Earlier in his career, he held the title of managing director and market trust director at Bank of America Private Bank / U.S. Trust. Therefore, he understands trust administration from both the leadership and the client side.
His legal background adds further depth. Mr. Danile practiced trusts and estates law for 15 years. First, he worked at Wiggin and Dana. Later, he became a partner at Blair & Potts and Berkowitz, Trager & Trager. In addition, he holds membership in the bar in New York and Connecticut.
Mr. Danile also spoke about the firm’s service lineup and his goals. “Fiduciary Trust International has a robust suite of trust and estate planning and administration services which can deliver financial peace of mind for clients across market conditions and generations,” said Mr. Danile. “This team works with clients to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes, while minimizing transfer taxes and inserting safeguards for the unexpected. We will continue to expand the infrastructure needed to provide this offering to more clients throughout the country.”
Academic Credentials Support a Distinguished Career
Mr. Danile built his foundation through strong academic performance. At St. John’s University School of Law, he earned his juris doctor. He made the Dean’s List there. Besides that, he served on the Law Review Executive Committee.
His undergraduate record also stands out. Mr. Danile attended New York University as a University Scholar. Finally, he graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree.
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