Noah N. Gillespie, Business Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
focused on Business, General, and Litigation
Of CounselatGreenberg Traurig Llp
Washington, DC
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Noah N. Gillespie is an of counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp.
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- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Washington, DC.
About Noah N. Gillespie: Noah N. Gillespie is an of counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Noah N. Gillespie
Noah concentrates on business, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Noah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Noah takes business matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Noah agrees to represent you.
General cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Noah takes general matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Noah agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Noah takes litigation matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Noah agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Noah N. Gillespie — Attorney of District of Columbia business experience
Noah N. Gillespie is an of counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig Llp.
Noah N. Gillespie is a thought leader who helps financial institutions, payment processors, money services businesses, and fintech companies bring innovative consumer financial products and services to market. He advises clients on federal and state consumer compliance, licensing, and regulatory requirements across the banking, payments, and digital finance sectors. He provides practical, focused advice that translates complex statutory and regulatory requirements into actionable operational direction.
Noah draws on his experience defending financial companies, cryptocurrency and blockchain platforms, and other regulated entities through high-profile government investigations, criminal prosecutions, regulatory enforcement, and supervision. In particular, Noah brings insight from guiding the rulemaking, supervision, and enforcement activity at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as an in-house attorney for the agency, where he addressed challenging, cutting-edge legal issues alongside the agency’s General Counsel. Noah is also well-versed in the Administrative Procedure Act and its impact on the validity of agency action, and he has a detailed understanding of the 20+ federal consumer financial laws.
Noah counsels clients on compliance with consumer protection and privacy laws, with particular experience in the Electronic Fund Transfer Act, Truth in Lending Act, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, and Fair Credit Reporting Act. He assists with state licensure and regulatory approvals for money services businesses, including multistate change in control applications. He has frequently addressed novel legal issues for emerging industries including integrating cryptocurrency into the financial ecosystem, keeping pace with evolving cybersecurity standards, and guiding the design of innovative digital payment products. He also has substantial experience navigating federal and state unfair, deceptive, and abusive acts and practices claims, to help clients’ products and services stand the test of time and delight customers.
Concentrations
• Trusted product counsel with a business mindset focused on practical, operational, actionable recommendations to bring new products to market, ease compliance burdens, and support customer satisfaction.
• Experience with licensing and regulatory requirements in the consumer finance space.
• Forward-thinking privacy and artificial intelligence attorney to craft informed, resilient, and nimble uses of data to generate powerful insights.
Experience
Representative Matters
• Quickly overturned a directive that would have put a custodian in charge of a state-chartered bank, returning control to the board.°
• Convinced Securities and Exchange Commission staff that the asserted regulatory violations they pursued in a long-ranging enforcement action did not apply to the client, demonstrating that the client was not liable for the conduct at issue.°
• Negotiated among numerous stakeholders to secure finality and resolve a $6 million exposure for less than $150,000.°
• Designed structure for new venture that resolved an emerging dispute before it impacted the business.°
°The above representations were handled by Mr. Gillespie prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Government Experience
• Senior Counsel, Office of Law & Policy, Legal Division, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, 2024-2025
Recognition & Leadership
Professional & Community Involvement
• Judge, National Immigration Law Moot Court Competition, NYU Law School, 2019-2023
• Member, University of Texas McDonald Observatory Board of Visitors, 2020-Present
Working with Noah on a business matter
Noah N. Gillespie is a thought leader who helps financial institutions, payment processors, money services businesses, and fintech companies bring innovative consumer financial products and services to market. He advises clients on federal and state consumer compliance, licensing, and regulatory requirements across the banking, payments, and digital finance sectors. He provides practical, focused…
Who Noah represents
Noah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Noah N. Gillespie's legal education and bar admissions
The George Washington University Law School J.D. with high honors; Notes & Projects Editor, The George Washington Law Review
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University of Toledo M.A. Economics, summa cum laude University of Toledo B.A. summa cum laude
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Noah studied at — in The George Washington University Law School J.D. with high honors; Notes & Projects Editor, The George Washington Law Review and — in University of Toledo M.A. Economics, summa cum laude University of Toledo B.A. summa cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Noah completed — in The George Washington University Law School J.D. with high honors; Notes & Projects Editor, The George Washington Law Review and — in University of Toledo M.A. Economics, summa cum laude University of Toledo B.A. summa cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Noah runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Noah N. Gillespie's office in Washington
Noah's primary office is at 2101 L Street, N.W., Suite 1000, Washington, DC, 20037. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig Llp
2101 L Street, N.W., Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20037
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How to hire Noah N. Gillespie — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Noah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Noah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Noah's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Noah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Noah
Noah discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Noah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Noah's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Noah N. Gillespie
How much does it cost to hire Noah for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Noah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Noah offer a free consultation?
Noah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Noah's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Noah's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Noah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Noah take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Noah is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Noah will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Noah?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Noah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Noah accepting new business clients right now?
Noah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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