Heryka Knoespel, an attorney with extensive experience in defense litigation and financial services, has joined Troutman Pepper’s Consumer Financial Services Practice in Charlotte as a partner. Knoespel comes from McGuireWoods LLP, where she built strong relationships within the financial services sector.
“We are delighted to welcome Heryka to our Consumer Financial Services practice,” said John West, Chair of Troutman Pepper’s Business Litigation Department. “Her financial services litigation and regulatory counseling experience makes her an invaluable addition to our team. Heryka’s addition builds upon our strong financial services bench and demonstrates our continued commitment to our clients in this dynamic industry.”
Knoespel’s primary focus is on complex financial services litigation, where she represents clients in federal, state, and administrative courts through all procedural phases, including dispositive motions and trials. She also advises clients on regulatory oversight matters, helping them navigate issues related to supervision, investigation, and enforcement. Knoespel also counsels on issues related to marketing and providing products and services in non-English languages. As a native Spanish speaker, Knoespel handles litigation and regulatory matters for clients servicing Spanish-speaking clientele in the United States and multinational clients with operations in Latin America and Spain.
“Heryka’s move to Troutman Pepper is a perfect fit for our Charlotte office,” said Jason Evans, Charlotte Office Managing Partner. “Her impressive track record and deep connections within the financial services sector align seamlessly with our strategic goals. We are excited to have Heryka on board and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our team and our clients. Her commitment to excellence and proactive approach to client service will undoubtedly contribute to our continued success and growth in the Charlotte market.”
Knoespel earned her JD from Washington and Lee University School of Law and her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
“I am excited to join Troutman Pepper and look forward to growing my practice with the firm,” Knoespel said. “The move makes perfect sense for my clients, as Troutman Pepper’s comprehensive financial services offerings and collaborative team will enable me to better serve their needs and address the complex challenges they face.”
Clients in the financial services industries depend on Troutman Pepper’s top-ranked, national Consumer Financial Services team to resolve litigation, provide regulatory guidance, and assist with investigations and actions initiated by government agencies. Chambers USA has ranked the team in all three pillars of consumer finance law; compliance, regulatory enforcement, and litigation. Law360 has also recognized the team twice as a Consumer Protection Practice Group of the Year.
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