About Davidson Firm PLLC
Davidson Firm PLLC is a boutique law and consulting firm that brings sophisticated legal counsel and business judgment to its innovative clients on matters in the global digital economy. Our depth of experience advising on leading-edge issues, often in uncharted territory, positions the firm to counsel clients in a manner that aligns with their business objectives and strategies. Our firm's goal is to provide legal solutions to the challenges that clients face in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We provide advice at all stages of a company's lifecycle starting at formation. We offer a range of services including regulatory, banking, commercial, labor and employment, and corporate.
sam@davidsonfirm.co
Tel: 212-641-0047
Admitted in
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New York
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​New Jersey
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Wyoming
Education
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J.D., St. John's University School of Law
Experience
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General Counsel, Novo Platform Inc. (FIntech - Series B)
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​U.S. General Counsel and Head of Risk and Compliance, N26 Inc. (Fintech - Series B - E)
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Chief Compliance Officer, M.Y. Safra Bank (NY Private Bank/ fintech bank sponsor)
Founding Member
Sam Davidson, Esq.
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Sam Davidson is a seasoned fintech attorney, general counsel and chief compliance officer with years of in-house operational experience. His practical, business-friendly approach, combined with extensive legal knowledge, enables him to offer entrepreneurial and pragmatic counsel to his clients. He has worked with fintech startups, banks, trusts and financial institutions at various growth stages in the U.S., Europe, and South America.
Sam is particularly valuable in understanding and addressing the diverse legal challenges in the financial services sector. He provides counsel on a range of issues, including:
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Customized regulatory strategies and charter applications for fintechs, trust companies, banks, and credit unions.
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Managing transactions involving regulated institutions.
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Navigating through federal and state financial service regulations.
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Handling investigations, examinations, and enforcement matters with banking agencies.
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Offering general counsel services on commercial agreements, labor and employment issues, and corporate affairs.
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Additionally, Sam is skilled in creating and implementing compliance, fraud prevention, and governance protocols. Bespoke strategies are designed to efficiently maneuver through the complexities of federal, state and international regulations, aiding clients in achieving their business objectives while staying compliant. His combination of legal acumen and operational experience makes him an invaluable asset in the fintech legal arena.
Sam graduated from St. John’s University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctor degree. He is authorized to practice law in New York, New Jersey and Wyoming.