David Herman is a member of the firm’s Litigation practice group. David assists clients in navigating all aspects of complex commercial litigation, financial services litigation, regulatory compliance and government investigations. He has successfully litigated numerous consumer arbitrations and advises clients on best practices relating to contractual arbitration clauses in consumer agreements. In addition, David regularly handles appeals in state and federal court for clients across the country.

Government Investigations
David has substantial experience practicing before the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and advises and defends clients through all phases of investigations and enforcement proceedings.

He has also assisted with internal investigations and witness preparation in connection with alleged violations of state and federal law.

Financial Services
David represents and advises fintech companies, their executives and investors. He has successfully defended clients in complex litigation involving consumer protection statutes as well as federal causes of action, including RICO. He counsels lenders and fintech companies on recent developments in the law and how those changes might affect their businesses.

David has also represented numerous companies in contract disputes involving contractual ambiguities.

Consumer Arbitrations
David has represented clients in small-dollar consumer arbitrations and small claims cases arising out of arbitration clauses in consumer contracts. He has achieved numerous defense verdicts and favorable settlements on behalf of clients.

David has also drafted and revised arbitration and choice-of-law provisions in consumer contracts for clients, and has advised clients on best practices with respect to those provisions.

Privacy and Data Security
David regularly presents to clients and industry organizations on legal issues relating to technology and privacy and data security.