Top Class Action Experts 2025

Emanuel Kataev's extensive tenure, exceeding a decade in the realm of labor and employment law, underscores his unwavering advocacy for employee rights and meticulous navigation through the intricate landscape of workplace regulations. Initiated in 2013, Kataev embarked on a professional voyage fueled by a resolute mission to effect meaningful change in the labor and employment law sector, an endeavor that has consistently defined his legal practice. His career, punctuated by an enduring dedication to justice, encompasses a broad spectrum of legal engagements. Emanuel's proficiency in labor and employment law has been pivotal in representing employees across a variety of disputes, demonstrating his capacity to adeptly maneuver through legal complexities. Central to Emanuel’s legal approach is his readiness to advance cases to a verdict when necessary, affirming his belief in the transformative power of legal advocacy. This commitment is manifest in his relentless pursuit of client representation, ensuring that their voices are amplified within the judiciary. Through arbitration, mediation, and litigation, Emanuel strives to secure favorable outcomes for those he represents. Moreover, Emanuel's skill in negotiating settlements has yielded significant benefits for employees, showcasing his strategic acumen and profound understanding of employment law. These negotiations have facilitated resolutions that empower clients to move forward in their lives, underscoring the positive impact of his legal interventions. His nuanced perspective on legal advocacy is enriched by prior experience at a management-side firm, providing him with a well-rounded understanding of employer tactics. This experience has supercharged Emanuel's ability to champion employee causes, equipping him with a holistic strategy to tackle legal hurdles. In the ever-evolving domain of labor and employment law, Emanuel's dedication to protecting workers' rights and promoting fairness in the workplace doesn't waver. He approaches each case with the goal of leaving a lasting mark, giving people the courage to stand up for themselves. Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, Emanuel also has the green light to practice in key federal courts across these states, including at the appellate level in the Second Circuit. This breadth of licensure showcases the depth of his legal expertise.

Clinton Ford Billups Jr. is an entertainment expert consultant and witness who based on his 50-plus years of experience and specialized knowledge in the entertainment industry advises entertainment industry professionals and their attorneys by evaluating cases, providing expert affidavits, opinions, reports, and depositions, and testifying in administrative or arbitration hearings and in court on entertainment trade customs, usage and practices related to artists, personal managers, talent agents, and others engaged in entertainment, media and the performing arts. Mr. Billupswas elected in 1988 to membership in the National Conference of Personal Managers Inc. (NCOPM), the nation's oldest trade association committed to the advancement of personal managers and their clients. He has served as NCOPM National President since 2002.

Managing and founding shareholder of an employment law class action law firm in Los Angeles. We have handled almost 500 class actions, including those involving piece-rate claims, misclassification claims, reimbursement claims, and minimum wage and overtime claims.  We have also handled numerous Title VII sexual harassment, racial harassment and retaliation cases.

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David Pinkhasov is an Associate Attorney of Consumer Attorneys. David is admitted in Courts of the State of New York and Florida. David received his J.D. from Hofstra University Law School in 2021. While attending Hofstra, David interned at the Medical Legal Partnership Clinic, where he assisted in addressing clients’ legal needs impacting their health and well-being, such as income and housing. David also interned at the Nassau County Bar Association Mortgage Foreclosure Pro Bono Project, which was geared towards providing limited representation in court mandated conferences to any Nassau County resident facing foreclosure. In addition, David co-mediated custody and visitation disputes, divorce, and other family matters as a student mediator for Hofstra’s Family Law Mediation Clinic. After graduating law school, David served as an attorney for a Real Estate law firm where he guided clients through transactions ranging from intricate leasing agreements to large-scale property acquisitions. David brings a unique blend of legal experience and approachability to every case.

Noah Kane is an Associate Attorney at Consumer Attorneys. Noah has years of experience representing consumers against banks, financial institutions, and reporting agencies. Noah goes to court for consumers with errors on their credit reports or background checks and also focuses on helping make fraud and cybercrime victims whole. After earning his undergraduate degree at Duke University, Noah attended the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude, Order of the Coif - honors awarded to the top 10% of the class. Along the way, Noah spent time interning at the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and the Commercial Division for New York County, two of the world’s most prestigious and influential courts. Noah also served as an Alexander Fellow to U.S. District Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis. Noah’s favorite part about representing consumers is the ability to provide high-quality legal services at no out-of-pocket charge to the client. Outside the office, Noah enjoys community service and spending time with his family. Noah is a member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates and is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.

Eric Epstein is a former senior federal agency counsel with more than three decades of experience drafting, implementing, and defending major federal legislation and regulations. Before retiring from federal service, he served as Senior Policy Counsel at the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, where he was a principal advisor to executive leadership, the Attorney General, and White House officials on complex regulatory, legislative, and national enforcement matters. Over a 32-year career, he drafted and helped implement major federal firearms and explosives regulations and legislation, including the firearms trafficking provisions of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and ATF’s “Ghost Gun Rule,” which was later upheld by the United States Supreme Court. He spent 15 years in the field working alongside ATF agents and investigators on criminal and regulatory cases, providing firsthand operational insight into how federal laws are enforced in practice. He also represented ATF before industry leaders at trade conferences and executive meetings, giving him direct experience with how federal regulatory policy affects manufacturers, importers, retailers, and other regulated entities. Throughout his career, he authored dozens of federal regulations and rulings, advised members of Congress on statutory language, and worked closely with the U.S. Solicitor General in Supreme Court litigation. His work shaped administrative records, national enforcement policy, and compliance strategy across regulated industries. He is a recipient of the Distinguished Presidential Rank Award, the highest honor for career federal employees, as well as the Attorney General’s Distinguished Service Award. Mr. Epstein is the founder and CEO of Commentari, an AI-based platform that helps individuals and organizations analyze legislation and agency rulemakings and draft substantive public comments grounded in the Administrative Procedure Act. His work focuses on regulatory and legislative strategy, public comment impact, and litigation risk in federal policymaking. He provides commentary on federal rulemaking, legislative drafting, administrative law, regulatory litigation risk, firearms and explosives legislation and regulation, and how federal agencies develop, defend, and enforce major policy decisions. He is available to provide clear and practical insight into complex regulatory and legislative developments. He is based in the Washington, D.C. area.

Daniel Cohen, Esq., the Founding Partner of Consumer Attorneys, began his legal career as a New York litigator in consumer protection law. Under his leadership, Consumer Attorneys has grown into a BBB A+ rated national powerhouse with over $100 million recovered for clients and recognition as a highly impactful consumer reporting law firm. With a primary focus on FCRA-related litigation, Dan maintains an active client roster, while also overseeing the firm’s strategic branding, marketing, client intake, and business development efforts. He is also an experienced class-action attorney, a member of both the National Association of Consumer Advocates and the National Consumer Law Center, and a regular contributor to national media stories seeking legal insight on consumer protection issues. Dan holds a degree in Humanities from Thomas Edison State College and a JD from Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. He is licensed to practice in New York and Arizona. Dan is also incredibly proud to have harnessed personal experience and legal fortitude to become an outsized champion of disability rights in the workplace, the digital space, and beyond. In particular, Dan’s focus has been on advancing digital accessibility for low and no-vision consumers navigating an e-commerce industry that largely ignores their needs and rights. When he isn’t busy advancing consumer and employee protections, Dan exercises his business acumen through the creation and expansion of other legal-adjacent tech brands, each of which experienced extraordinary growth under his vision.

Yaear Weintroub, an Associate Attorney at Consumer Attorneys, devotes his practice to safeguarding consumers from credit-reporting errors, unlawful debt-collection tactics, and other violations proscribed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act. His current work builds on experience gained at a consumer-protection practice, where he handled FCRA cases and a broad docket of related matters, and on the litigation skills he first developed as a full-time Pro Bono Scholar at Disability Rights New York. Consumer-protection law appeals to him because it offers a direct way to confront businesses that cut corners or defraud ordinary people. Restoring a client’s good name - or the financial opportunities they lost when a report or creditor got it wrong - brings him genuine professional satisfaction. True to that mission, he keeps an open line of communication with every client, answers questions promptly, and explains each procedural step so that no one is left guessing how a case is unfolding. He earned his J.D. from Hofstra Law School on a full scholarship and was selected for the Pro Bono Scholars Program, which allowed him to sit for the bar exam early and accelerate his admission to practice. Before law school he completed a B.A. in Philosophy at Brooklyn College, augmenting his analytical training with a minor in computer science. Away from the office Yaear writes music, plays several instruments, follows a wide range of sports, and spends as much time as possible with his wife and their dog.

Nisan Zaghi is an Associate Attorney at Consumer Attorneys whose practice is dedicated to protecting consumers from credit-reporting errors, unfair debt-collection practices, and background-check inaccuracies under statutes such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Before joining the firm, he sharpened his litigation skills at a boutique patent-litigation practice and later represented individuals in consumer-protection cases, gaining a valuable mix of technical insight and client-focused strategy. Nisan is motivated by the belief that businesses must be held accountable when they cut corners or defraud everyday people. Restoring a client’s reputation - and often their livelihood - gives him genuine professional satisfaction. To deliver the best possible client experience, he stays readily available, answers questions promptly, and keeps each client fully informed as their case unfolds. He earned his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law on a substantial scholarship and holds a B.S. in Biology from Brooklyn College, where research-heavy coursework honed the analytical mindset he brings to complex credit-report disputes. Admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey state courts and in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, he is positioned to litigate most consumer-protection claims arising in the Northeast. Nisan is an active member of the New York State Bar Association, staying current on developments in consumer law and collaborating with advocates across the state. Outside the office, Nisan enjoys hiking, swimming, and spending quality time with his wife and children - pursuits that keep him grounded and energized for his clients’ battles.

Nationally recognized and sought after Houston employment law attorney Jacqueline Armstrong is the founding attorney of Armstrong Associates, an employment law firm which has been protecting the rights of employees for over 30 years. Jacqueline and her associates represent employees and never the employer. Attorney Armstrong has an exceptional depth of experience and winning track record in all areas of employment law including employment discrimination, sexual harassment, employment contracts and non-compete agreements, executive compensation & litigation, wrongful termination, whistleblower law, unpaid and underpaid wage claims, and all variations of employment law litigation. Jacqueline is proud of the exclusive team of seasoned lawyers she has at her side and ready to serve her clients. When you work with Attorney Armstrong, rest assured the best available legal team will be representing you in negotiations and when necessary, in trial. Jacqueline has fought many big companies and won on behalf of her clients. She has taken on national chains, large oil & gas companies, government officials, and more. She collaborated with a top-notch legal team to bring Chipotle to justice for allowing a culture where managers were preying on young female employees. She took on a County judge in Texas and obtained an $850,000 judgment. Jacqueline is compassionate and tough and fights tirelessly to preserve her clients’ dignity, reputation, and financial stability. Her passion is helping those in need and getting them the justice they deserve. Jacqueline has been included in the Super Lawyers list by Thomson Reuters every year since 2019. This exclusive designation is based upon peer nominations and evaluations, experience, and achievements on behalf of her clients. Only 5% of all licensed attorneys in the state of Texas are named to the list each year.

California-licensed attorney and founder of Lawsuit Informer, an attorney-led legal education platform focused on toxic exposure, consumer safety, and lawsuit-related guidance for the public.

Paul J. Sieg is a Senior Associate Attorney at Consumer Attorneys with extensive experience representing individuals in consumer protection matters. Over the course of his career, he has handled hundreds of cases under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and other state and federal consumer protection statutes. Paul regularly advocates for clients against major banks, financial institutions, and consumer reporting agencies, ensuring their rights are upheld against powerful corporate entities. Before joining Consumer Attorneys, Paul built and led a highly successful consumer litigation department at a regional law firm and later operated his own practice, where he represented clients in entertainment law, criminal defense, and complex civil litigation. His broad background gives him a multifaceted understanding of consumer rights, litigation strategy, and client advocacy. Paul earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Georgia State University, graduating magna cum laude, and his Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School, where he ranked in the top 10% of his class. His professional excellence has been recognized through multiple selections as a Super Lawyers Rising Star (2015–2018) and inclusion in Georgia Trend Magazine’s “Legal Elite” list. He also holds a 9.2 “Superb” peer rating on Avvo. An active member of the legal community, Paul belongs to the State Bar of Georgia (Consumer Law and Insurance Law sections), the Atlanta Bar Association, and the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA). Beyond law, he is involved in the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) and community programs such as Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Atlanta. Outside of work, Paul enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, cooking, and playing guitar and piano.

I'm a trial attorney in Georgia. My practice is personal injury and daycare abuse, but the cases I handle have made me functionally fluent in healthcare pricing, how medical bills are constructed, what insurers actually pay versus what providers charge, and who absorbs the cost of treatment. Healthcare pricing in America is opaque by design and I'm passionate about increasing transparency in that arena. The legal system is one of the few places where that pricing gets tested regularly. I negotiate medical liens, challenge inflated billing, investigate billing schemes and deal with the gap between what a hospital charges and what insurance reimburses. Georgia's recent tort reform is making this worse. New legislation addressed a real problem with a hammer rather than a scalpel and underserved communities with limited access to healthcare are paying the price. I built First Counsel, a plain-language legal education resource explaining how medical billing, insurance, and the legal process actually interact. It also helps parents check whether a daycare is safe using publicly available inspection data. I wanted to provide an outlet for information that's usually buried in legalese, behind a consultation wall, or full of sales funnels. I'm available to comment on healthcare pricing and transparency, medical billing practices, rising insurance and healthcare costs, advice to consumers on how to reduce medical costs, liens and subrogation, Georgia tort reform, and civil litigation.

Loyd J. Bourgeois is a Louisiana personal injury attorney and founder of Loyd J. Bourgeois Injury & Accident Lawyer, with offices in Metairie and Luling. With a background in engineering and a law degree from Tulane University, Loyd brings an analytical yet client-centered approach to injury law. He focuses exclusively on helping individuals recover after serious accidents, including car and truck crashes, wrongful death claims, and other personal injury matters. Loyd is also an accomplished law firm owner who has earned national recognition for business growth. His firm has been named to the Inc. Regionals Southeast list, the LawFirm 500 list, and the LSU100 Top 10 Fastest Growing Tiger Businesses, placing him among the fastest-growing business leaders in the region. He offers practical insight into law firm operations, client service systems, and sustainable growth strategies for solo and small firms. Known for his clear communication and grounded perspective, Loyd frequently speaks on issues related to insurance disputes, case valuation, personal injury litigation, and legal marketing. His firm has also been recognized by New Orleans CityBusiness, U.S. News & World Report, and NOLA Family Magazine for excellence in litigation and client care. Loyd is available to comment on personal injury law in Louisiana, civil justice trends, insurance company tactics, and the business of building and running a successful law firm.

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Karen Liu is a corporate and investment attorney, heading the Corporate & Fund Formation practice of Reid & Wise LLC, a New York headquartered international law firm. She advises onshore and offshore private funds and their sponsors on fund formation and ongoing operational and compliance matters and counsels corporate clients and investors on inbound and outbound corporate, investing and transactional legal matters. Karen now serves the American Bar Association’s Corporate Sustainability Law Committee as Chair of the Sustainable Reporting Standards Subcommittee and Co-Chair of the Corporate Governance Subcommittee. She is also a member of the Private Funds Subcommittee and the Federal Regulation of Securities Committee under the ABA’s Business Law Section. She has been recognized by Thomson Reuters as a New York Metro Super Lawyer in 2025.

Moshe is the Managing Partner at Consumer Attorneys PLLC. Moshe has a proven track record of representing consumer around the country under a wide array of federal and state consumer protection claims, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Electronic Funds Transfer Act, the Truth in Lending Act, the Fair Credit Billing Act, the Consumer Leasing Act, the Federal Odometer Act, the Consumer Credit Fairness Act, and more. Moshe was previously associated with a nationwide securities class-action firm, where he prosecuted high-stakes investor litigations against Wall Street companies accused of fraud and other wrongdoing and recovered millions of dollars on behalf of institutional and individual investors. Moshe has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine for the New York Metro area every year since 2018. He is an active member of the New York State Bar Association and currently serves as the editor of the NYLitigator, a quarterly publication of NYSBA’s Commercial and Federal Litigation Section. Moshe earned his law degree from St. John’s University School of Law, where he was a member of the St. John’s Law Review.

Kimberly Schmidt is a San Diego real estate expert and team lead of Kimberly Schmidt & Associates at Compass, known for providing strategic guidance to buyers and sellers navigating San Diego’s dynamic housing market. With over 19 years of experience and more than 500 successful transactions, Kimberly has built a results-driven business rooted in precision, market knowledge, and a highly personalized approach. Her team is consistently ranked among the top 1.5% of small teams nationwide by Real Trends, reflecting both performance and consistency at a high level. Kimberly is frequently quoted in national publications including CBS News, Travel + Leisure, House Beautiful, Bankrate, and House Digest, where she provides insight on housing trends, buyer and seller behavior, and navigating changing market conditions. She also serves as a TV host for American Dream San Diego, highlighting the lifestyle and communities that define the region. As a San Diego real estate expert, Kimberly works across a range of property types and client needs, including luxury homes, coastal properties, relocations, trust and probate sales, and 1031 exchanges. Her approach is both strategic and detail-oriented, with a focus on pricing, negotiation, and positioning homes to stand out in competitive conditions. Clients value Kimberly for her clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and ability to navigate complex transactions with confidence. Whether buying, selling, or investing in San Diego real estate, she provides a level of service that is both highly personalized and results-focused. CA DRE#01781140

Todd Mensing is a Houston-based trial lawyer who has spent over two decades trying commercial and intellectual property disputes in state and federal courts and arbitration proceedings across the country. He graduated in the top five percent of his class from the University of Texas School of Law in June 1999, and began his career at Vinson & Elkins LLP before joining Ahmad, Zavitsanos & Mensing (AZA) in 2001. Prior to law school, Todd graduated from Stanford University. Having tried over sixty cases, Todd earned his board certification in Civil Trial Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction earned by an average of fewer than five attorneys statewide. Todd has been elected to the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2014, an invitation-only professional organization for experienced trial practitioners. He has also been recognized by as a top practitioner by Chambers, Lawdragon, the Best Lawyers in America, and in the IAM Patent 1000, which ranked Todd as a leading patent litigator. Todd’s practice encompasses complex commercial and intellectual property disputes involving energy, technology, healthcare, construction, real estate, executive employment, finance and lending.