
David R. Chase
SEC Defense Attorney
David Chase Knows the SEC Playbook from the Inside.
He Now Uses It To Defend You.
An SEC investigation places your career, reputation, business, and financial future directly at risk.
David Chase has experienced the SEC investigative process from the inside as a Senior Counsel in the SEC’s Enforcement Division.
He now uses that same institutional knowledge to strategically defend clients in SEC investigations and enforcement matters nationwide, including in insider trading investigations, as well as matters involving stock manipulation, securities offering frauds, Ponzi Schemes, and investment adviser violations.
Speak Directly With David Chase: 800-760-0912 or
Clients work exclusively and directly with David from the investigation’s inception to its conclusion. No exceptions.
No unnecessary layers. No junior lawyer handoffs. No need to explain your situation repeatedly to a succession of attorneys.
Rather, a boutique SEC defense law firm with the resources, agility, and experience necessary to protect you.
In numerous cases, the SEC declined to prosecute David’s clients and closed its investigations without enforcement action.
Selected results include:
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Prior results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any future case.
01 — He Knows How the SEC Investigates, Negotiates and Prosecutes
David Chase served as Senior Counsel in the SEC’s Division of Enforcement for nearly four years. He thus has firsthand experience of how SEC investigations are conducted, how evidence is evaluated, and how enforcement decisions are made. He now uses that unique perspective to identify and exploit the flaws in the SEC’s narrative and enforcement theory.
02 — He Recognizes Potential DOJ Criminal Exposure Early
SEC investigations can turn criminal. As a former Special Assistant U.S. Attorney who prosecuted securities fraud in the Southern District of Florida, David understands the intersection between SEC investigations and DOJ parallel proceedings. He evaluates the risk of criminal exposure early so that it can be incorporated into the defense strategy.
03 — He Has Defended High-Stakes SEC Investigations at BigLaw
Before founding his own practice, David practiced at Greenberg Traurig, where he defended clients in sophisticated securities matters. That experience gave him the high-level legal skills and judgment necessary to handle complex, high-stakes investigations.
04 — His SEC Defense Practice Is Widely Recognized
Chambers and Partners ranks David Chase Band 1 for Litigation: Securities in Florida. The ranking recognizes his standing among leading securities practitioners. David has also been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s and the Financial Times, and has appeared as an expert commentator on Bloomberg Television.
05 — He Teaches the Securities Law He Practices
David has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Miami School of Law for over a decade, teaching a course on securities law and SEC enforcement. His academic work reflects the depth of his knowledge that he brings to complex securities investigations for the benefit of each of his clients.
TRANSPARENT FLAT-FEE STRUCTURE – COST CERTAINTY
David Chase provides representation on a transparent flat-fee basis, so you know the cost of your legal representation before the engagement begins.
Clear scope. Clear attorney’s fee. No hourly-billing surprises.
“Working with David Chase was one of the most reassuring and professional legal experiences I’ve ever had. His knowledge, insight, and command of SEC matters are truly exceptional.”
— Verified Google Review (securities professional)
“His expertise was balanced by an understanding of how stressful these situations are at a personal level. He helped me navigate an emotionally charged, high-stakes process in which I felt protected, heard, and well-advised.”
— Verified Google Review (publicly traded company executive)
“He has a deep understanding of how trading desks operate and how financial organizations are structured … He’s fluent in trading jargon and grasps complex situations quickly …” “I really appreciated his calm and pragmatic approach.”
— Verified Google Review (institutional trader)
“David is hyper responsive and delivered top-notch service to a demanding client.”
— Verified Google Review (investment adviser officer)
“His negotiation skills were excellent and detailed.”
— Verified Google Review (financial markets professional)
IF THE SEC HAS CONTACTED YOU, SPEAK DIRECTLY AND CONFIDENTIALLY WITH DAVID CHASE AND START BUILDING YOUR DEFENSE NOW. 800-760-0912
David Chase is a nationally prominent securities defense attorney and founder of Law Firm of David R. Chase, a boutique sec defense law firm.
SEC SUBPOENA | WELLS NOTICE | SEC INVESTIGATION | FORT LAUDERDALE BASED | NATIONWIDE REPRESENTATION ACROSS ALL 50 STATES INCLUDING NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY, LOS ANGELES, SAN DIEGO, MIAMI, AND CHICAGO
A national SEC Investigation Lawyer Expert
David is one of the finest attorneys I know. I have hired and worked with many attorneys before, but none with the deep knowledge that David has of the federal securities laws. He is a national expert in the SEC investigation space. But more than anything else, David truly cares about his clients and
Excellent SEC Defense Attorney
David Chase is an experienced and well respected SEC defense attorney. He is an expert in this area of the law and gets excellent results for his clients.
Q: What should I do immediately if I am contacted by the SEC or receive a subpoena?
A: If you receive an SEC inquiry, subpoena, or informal request for information, do not speak to enforcement staff or turn over documents without legal representation. Anything you say can be used against you. Contact an experienced and nationally recognized SEC defense attorney immediately to take control of the narrative, protect your rights, and financial interests.
Q: How does hiring a former SEC prosecutor benefit my defense?
A: A former SEC enforcement attorney knows the internal playbook—how investigations are launched, how the Division of Enforcement investigates, evaluates evidence, and how they make charging decisions versus a case closure. David Chase uses his insider perspective to anticipate SEC tactics, counter them proactively, and best position your case for a favorable resolution.
Q: What is an SEC Wells Notice, and what does it mean?
A: A Wells Notice is a formal communication from the SEC informing you that the staff has concluded its investigation and intends to recommend that the Commission bring an enforcement action against you. Receiving a Wells Notice is critical; it gives you a limited window to submit a formal written brief (a Wells Submission) arguing why charges should not be brought. Immediate, strategic and calculated epresentation is essential at this stage to attempt to persuade the SEC to either drop its charging recommendation or engage in settlement discussions to achieve the best possible resolutuion.
Q: Will my case be handed off to a junior associate?
A: Absolutely not. Unlike traditional BigLaw firms where junior lawyers often handle the day-to-day work after you sign up with a partner, David Chase provides direct, exclusive representation. You work directly with David from the inception of the investigation to its conclusion—ensuring no unnecessary layers, no handoffs, and complete continuity.
Q: How does David Chase’s flat-attorney’s fee structure work?
A: David Chase provides representation on a transparent, flat-fee basis. Before any engagement begins, the scope of work and the attorney’s fee are clearly defined, giving you complete cost certainty and eliminating the anxiety of unpredictable hourly-billing surprises during an already stressful time.