Richard Brian Newman

Richard Brian Newman

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 27 years

Advertising Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Advertising, Internet, Business

40 Wall St., 35 Floor, New York, NY

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Advertising 50%

FTC defense lawyer and Internet advertising compliance attorney. Practice emphasizes conducting legal compliance reviews of advertising campaigns, representing clients in investigations and enforcement actions brought by the Federal Trade Commission and state Attorneys General, telemarketing compliance, commercial litigation, advising clients on promotional marketing programs, and negotiating and drafting legal agreements.

20 years

50%
Internet 40%

Internet marketing compliance, regulatory investigations, Internet law, digital media and eCommerce.

20 years

40%
Business 10%

Regulation compliance, contracts and commercial agreements/disputes.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 19 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2006

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nevada for 23 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2002

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Hinch Newman LLP

40 Wall St., 35 Floor, New York, NY, 10005

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Richard Brian Newman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Privacy

Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2017 | Privacy

Good For Most.

• I highly value people and that is why I have stopped working to leave this review that I hope serves the public well. • A potential client should always be treated with the upmost mutual of respect. • Even during my first contact I offered to just hang up and continue my search since I seemed to ...be an unknown nuisance to, Richard Brian Newman, but he insisted I stay on the line. Why, not just let me search if I have to say "you are speaking down to me"? Why? Have several attorneys (very solid team) that could not be reached due to hurricane conditions. Have thought and absolutely knew the day would come that additional permanent console in regards to domain name speculation would be of upmost importance, especially with capital and expansion. This is the only person I could get on the on the line and we want 'the best in the world' niche wise and his ad came up... I believe it was an advert (unsure), but would settle for reachable due to circumstances with stealth. Now we have found such person(s) through my prolific Forbes, Silicon Valley, Harvard network, etc (this is not intended to sound obnoxious simply fact). Joyfully have capable and confident of handling the most simple to complex of scenarios imaginable not exclusive to client care, ease, proper etiquette, the most fundamental and basic of respect that should not even be a thought. • Richard Brain Newman was not helpful in anyway, except a lesson learned in SEO, even sounded upset or may have just woken up in afternoon. Confronted his tone directly, when respect is given it should be reciprocated and then tried to redeem himself somewhat, yet still unpleasant. Unbelievable. Was in pursuant to several services to fill a permanent position(s) with stealth that would require many hours. • This lackluster treatment is so unfortunately common to women in this industry, even when they are successful, being 98.9% male dominated. I had to take a male nickname for over a decade to get to where I am and now company is and this sent me back to the rough days. Richard Brain Newman a very unkind demeanor (towards a potential female client) and does not attempt to probe to further assist in other ways as he was specifically asked what other services he provides and left two lines after call and email attempt. • It appears, Richard Brain Newman, actually forwarded a sensitive email to other party! Seems like a solid indication of capabilities as very fearful of huge corporations and one must question capabilities. Handling of email... I am livid. I want Richard Brain Newman, to cease and desist all forms contact for me or family. Have dealt with my family's business attorneys since childhood and even now presidential. Unfortunately, the new expansion to my team has another legal item on the list because of negligence or fear of failure. This may be the perfect man for you if seek uncomplicated and very basic assistance. • I would absolutely recommend Richard Brain Newman Newman to the most basic of needs, little expectation, and low maintenance. • Truly hope this helps you on your quest and sets you on the right path for you. Water seeks its own level. All my best, Formerly Enthusiastic Potential Female Client

Richard Newman

Replied last December 31, 2017

This review is clearly a fabrication by a lunatic. I vaguely recall speaking with someone in Sept. 2017 that was seeking legal representation in pursuit of a nonsensical and unsavory political agenda. I recall mustering all of the patience that I could and then politely declining representation. "Anonymous," I believe that I returned your telephone call promptly and even took the time to facilitate your request to connect you with another attorney. Although, it must have been an attorney that I am not particularly fond of. No such email ever existed, I never attempted to communicate with you again and I have no idea who your family is. Internet law attorneys inevitably must deal with insane people on review sites. You are my first, though.

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Richard Brian Newman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jordan Schnitzer

Internet lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Family member

"Richard is extremely knowledgeable regarding advertising compliance matters. He has a lot of experience handling these types of matters and I would certainly refer him these types of cases again."

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Marc Randazza

Business lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him and against him. He is well known as a great lawyer, and his reputation is well deserved."

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Robert Solomon

Advertising lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It was a pleasure to work with Richard. He has a firm grasp of the relevant legal issues. Moreover, Richard is an engaging and tireless advocate for his clients. I would certainly recommend him for internet and advertising issues to our client base and colleagues around the world!"

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Aaron Kelly

Internet lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Richard always brings his A game. I have recommended several people to Richard for his experience in Internet Law and he has done a fantastic job. In addition, we have worked on several cases together and have seen firsthand his experience and abilities when it comes to Internet Law. He has also proven himself to be an expert in this field and I feel confident he is one of the top attorneys in the country for this practice area."

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Aaron Kelly

Internet lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Go To Thought Leader (Communications/FTC), National Law Review

2019

Go To Thought Leader (Communications/FTC), National Law Review

1991

Dean's List, California State University, Northridge

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Hinch Newman LLP

2007 - 2010

Senior Associate, Klein Zelman Rothermel LLP

2006 - 2007

Senior Associate, Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

2001 - 2006

Senior Associateq, Berkley, Gordon & Goldstein LLP

Associations

2010 - Present

The State Bar of California, eCommerce/Privacy Subcommittee - Cyberspace Law Committee

No Value

2010 - Present

Performance Marketing Association

Compliance Council

2006 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

1996 - Present

California State Bar Association

2013 - 2013

Online Lenders Alliance

Co-Chair of Lawyers Council and Forum

2011 - 2013

Executive Council of Performance Marketing

General Counsel

Sample of Legal Cases

Essociate, Inc. v. Clickbooth.com, LLC

USDC (C.D. Cal.) granted Clickbooth.com’s Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings, ruling that the claims asserted by Essociate, Inc.’s Internet based affiliate pooling patent were patent ineligible and therefore invalid

Ibarra v. David Carpinello, Punch Drunk Gamer, Yahoo Sports, et al.

Case Dismissed

Federal Trade Commission v. Coulomb Media, Inc. et al.

Resolved cooperatively without without resulting litigation or finding of liability. Clients paid only a small fraction of the damages that network co-defendants were ordered to pay and an even smaller fraction of the damages sought by the FTC.

Federal Trade Commission v. Respondent

Successfully secured the prompt closure of the investigation.

Federal Trade Commission v. Respondent

Successfully secured the prompt closure of the investigation.

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Education

1996

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

California State University, Northridge

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Today's Verdict

Online Safety

2018

Advertising and Marketing Law: The Regulatory Landscape Advertising and Marketing Law

2011

San Diego Ad Club Conference

Online Privacy and Data Security

2011

Internet Law 2011 - Nevada State Bar Internet Law

Publications

2023

ALM FTC Law, Practice and Procedure Treatise Consumer Protection Section of ALM FTC Law, Practice and Procedure Treatise

2021

2019

2011

2010

Performance Marketing Association European Commission Releases Privacy Proposals

2010

Performance Marketing Association Facebook vs. MaxBounty: a Legal Analysis

Languages

English

Activity

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