Stuart Russell is the General Counsel for Truliant Federal Credit Union, a US$5 billion institution with more than 336,000 members across the Carolinas and Virginia. He joined in 2022 and leads the legal department, focusing on financial, litigation, real estate, and regulatory matters. Prior to joining Truliant, Russell was a partner at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough and earned his J.D. from Duke University School of Law. Stuart plays an active role in shaping Truliant’s future while protecting member interests.