Seth P. Berman

Adequate guidance on a complex data breach response

Our company engaged Seth Berman at Nutter McClennen & Fish after discovering a significant data security incident. His deep expertise in privacy law, honed over three decades, was immediately apparent. He provided a solid, technically sound framework for our response, and his recognition in this specific field by Best Lawyers gave us initial confidence. The strategy he outlined for regulatory notification and mitigation was comprehensive. However, the experience fell short of exceptional in a few key areas. While Seth himself was knowledgeable, communication from his team was sometimes delayed, making it difficult to get quick answers on urgent developments. The billing structure, while standard for a Boston firm of this caliber, felt rigid for the level of day-to-day interaction we received. Seth is undoubtedly a competent attorney with a strong background from his Cornell J.D. training, and he successfully steered us through the regulatory process. For straightforward, high-stakes legal analysis, he is capable. Yet, for clients who prioritize highly responsive partnership and clear, consistent project management alongside the legal expertise, there may be room for improved client service dynamics.