Husch Blackwell LLP  advises a broad range of financial services clients, including mortgage lenders, auto finance companies, and credit card providers, on compliance with federal and state regulations such as the FCRA, ECOA, and TILA. The firm provides regulatory guidance on consumer credit laws, risk management, and evolving compliance requirements, leveraging its in-depth industry knowledge. Madison-based Marci Kawski leads the practice, drawing on her expertise in both national consumer finance regulations and Wisconsin-specific laws. Susan Seaman, based in Columbus via the firm’s virtual office, advises on credit, deposit, and payment systems regulations. Christopher Friedman , who also operates virtually, supports clients navigating entry into new jurisdictions and product launches. The team expanded in February 2024 with the addition of former CFPB attorney Mike Silver, who brings deep regulatory experience to the practice.
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  • ‘Subject matter expertise with respect to consumer financial services regulatory laws; exceptionally so respect to state consumer finance regulatory laws.’

  • ‘Susan M. Seaman is a consumer finance subject matter expert who possesses a wealth of knowledge of consumer financial services law and the consumer finance industry. She is highly reliable and extremely responsive to the needs of clients.’

  • ‘Very responsive and in depth subject matter expertise in the field of consumer finance.’

  • ‘Very knowledgeable and enjoyable to work with on projects.’

  • ‘The attorneys we work with our excellent, responsive, and provide unique feedback and suggestions to solve our toughest legal challenges. ’

  • ‘Susan Seaman is exceptionally well qualified and always a pleasure to work with. ’

Key clients

  • American Financial Services Association
  • Wisconsin Financial Services Association
Practice head

Marci Kawski

Other key lawyers

Susan Seaman

Christopher Friedman