Cynthia Gruen
About Cynthia Gruen
Cynthia Gruen serves as the VP/Senior Counsel at City National Bank, where she has worked since 2023. She holds a B.A. from Williams College and a J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles.
Work at City National Bank
Cynthia Gruen has been serving as VP/Senior Counsel at City National Bank since 2023. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support to the bank's operations. Prior to her current position, she worked as VP/Counsel at the same institution for six years, starting in 2018. Her experience at City National Bank encompasses a range of legal matters relevant to the banking industry, contributing to the institution's compliance and risk management efforts.
Education and Expertise
Cynthia Gruen earned her Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from Williams College, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. Following her undergraduate studies, she attended Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, obtaining her Juris Doctor degree from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal expertise in the banking sector.
Background
Cynthia Gruen has built her career in the legal field, focusing on banking and finance law. Her professional journey includes significant experience in providing legal counsel within the financial services industry. She has been based in the Greater Los Angeles Area throughout her tenure at City National Bank, where she has developed a comprehensive understanding of the legal challenges faced by financial institutions.