Banking & Financial Institutions

We represent banks and financial institutions in a broad spectrum of litigation, from individual claims to putative class actions involving allegations such as lender liability, fraud, consumer protection violations, and breaches of fiduciary duty. In addition to defending against claims, we also initiate actions on behalf of our clients to enforce their rights and remedies under credit agreements and other contractual obligations. 

We help financial institutions navigate compliance with OCC, FDIC, Federal Reserve, CFPB, and state regulators—guiding clients through examinations, consent orders, internal reviews, and corrective action plans. We also advise financial institutions on compliance with the host of federal and state laws governing their operations, products, and services and help clients design retail financial products to ensure regulatory compliance from the start—including disclosures, fee structures, and terms.  We work with in-house legal and compliance teams to align consumer protections with institutional priorities, so your operations remain both compliant and competitive.

From board advisory to M&A support, we advise on governance best practices, corporate structuring, strategic partnerships, and stakeholder management for banks and holding companies.

We draft, negotiate, and close a full range of secured and unsecured credit facilities, loan participations, syndications, and intercreditor arrangements across asset classes and geographies.  We also help financial institutions design, document, and manage consumer credit products and services, including mortgage products, credit card programs, installment loans, automotive finance programs, and higher education finance, among others.

We routinely guide creditors, committees, landlords, and other stakeholders through restructurings, workouts, and bankruptcy proceedings with precision and pragmatism. From Chapter 11 reorganizations to Section 363 distressed asset sales to adversary proceedings in bankruptcy, we help clients preserve value and protect their investments. Our team crafts creative solutions to work with debtors and third party advisors to stabilize operations, generate opportunities, and protect your bottom line in the face of insolvency-related risks and financing challenges.  We also help servicers and financial institutions develop effective compliance programs to manage all aspects of bankruptcy proceedings, from Sub-Chapter V matters to consumer bankruptcy servicing programs to responding to U.S. Trustee actions and audits. We also help clients develop effective compliance programs to manage all aspects of consumer bankruptcy proceedings, including adversary actions, U.S. Trustee actions, mandatory injunctions requiring audits and proof of claim amendments, appeals and motions to withdraw the reference of bankruptcy court jurisdiction.

We provide operational counsel on retail banking products and services, including deposit and savings accounts, mobile banking, marketing practices, disclosures, and fair lending requirements. 

We advise on vendor due diligence, platform compliance, customer onboarding, e-signatures, and privacy protections—helping you launch, scale and manage tech-forward solutions.

When regulators call, we respond. Our team handles complex enforcement actions and investigations involving BSA/AML, UDAAP, cybersecurity, fair lending, and data privacy issues.

We counsel financial institutions on executive compensation, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, and internal complaints—minimizing disruption while protecting brand and leadership continuity.

We help clients safeguard data, comply with privacy laws, mitigate cyber threats, and thoughtfully implement AI technology. From drafting cybersecurity policies to responding to data breaches, our team blends deep legal and technical experience to protect your business. As regulations tighten and cyber incidents rise, we provide proactive strategies to navigate emerging technologies and keep your operations secure and resilient.

We support insurers, MGAs, and brokers in multistate licensing, regulatory filings, corporate transactions, and Form A approvals. We help clients navigate NAIC model laws, DOI inquiries, and the full lifecycle of insurance compliance matters.