Sean G. Rohan

Overview

Sean Rohan focuses his practice on the litigation of complex commercial matters, including breaches of contract, business torts, trade secret disputes, securities litigation, and arbitration before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). He brings significant experience to defending consumer class action claims filed under state consumer fairness laws and under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). Sean has also defended numerous advisory professionals and non-profit boards of directors faced with disputes involving their recommendations and decision-making.

In his commercial litigation practice, Sean exhibits a distinctive talent for navigating procedural complexities while maintaining focus on clients' business objectives. His approach to trade secret disputes demonstrates his ability to meticulously develop tactical strategies for protecting proprietary information while concurrently constructing aggressive enforcement positions. During FINRA arbitrations, Sean leverages his industry-specific know-how to translate technical regulatory requirements into compelling arguments. Clients repeatedly seek his counsel for his uncommon ability to anticipate opposing strategies and prepare preemptive counterarguments, often securing favorable settlements before contentious discovery phases commence.

In the area of consumer class action defense, Sean is valued for analyzing statutory frameworks and identifying jurisdictional vulnerabilities in plaintiffs' certification arguments. His successful record in TCPA and FDCPA matters stems from rigorous compliance analysis combined with pragmatic defense tactics. When advising boards and professionals facing claims involving their judgment or fiduciary obligations, Sean provides clear risk assessments that balance legal exposure with reputational considerations. Sean’s clients appreciate his straightforward communication style—he delivers candid evaluations without overwhelming them with unnecessary legalese.

Beyond his technical legal skills, clients particularly value Sean's ability to maintain composure during high-pressure proceedings while remaining adaptable when unexpected developments emerge. His reputation for ethical advocacy and judicious resource management has established him as a trusted advisor whose counsel extends beyond immediate litigation concerns.

Honors

• Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2018-2022

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