As team leader for data security litigation in Barclay Damon's Data Security & Technology Practice Area, Charles provides clients with effective solutions to safeguard vital business relationships, confidential information, digital assets, and reputations. Charles represents financial institutions and businesses nationwide in complex commercial litigation involving technology outsourcing, IT systems, trade secrets, cybersecurity, and commercial contracts.
Charles takes decisive measures against technology vendors, competitors, and other culpable third parties who jeopardize business interests or misappropriate confidential information. He recently served as the lead counsel for the US Courthouse SDNY Federal Credit Union, the financial institution for federal judges and court employees, achieving success in data security and contract exit litigation against its technology provider. Competitor law firms have also turned to Charles in matters involving legal ethics and the protection of privileged information.
Charles is not only a litigator but also a trusted advisor who diligently attempts to achieve outcomes that boost business value and reduce legal risks prior to any litigation being filed. A substantial portion of his practice involves advising banks and credit unions in core processing contract negotiations, deconversions, and contract exits. Clients also turn to Charles for practical guidance on a wide array of legal issues, from routine risk management to high-stakes strategic matters.
Charles is deeply committed to community service, serving as the chaplain and advisory board chair of his community's rescue squad. He volunteers as an emergency medical technician and dedicates his pro bono practice to emergency medical services advocacy and education.