Justin Alvarez-Herman, Associate
Justin Alvarez-Herman is an Associate in Hecht Partner’s Class Action Practice Group, resident in the New York Office. Since joining HP, Justin’s practice has primarily focused on class action litigation with an emphasis on data privacy, cybersecurity, and consumer protection. Justin earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from the State University of New York at New Paltz, and his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, where he was awarded multiple scholarships for his academic achievements.
Prior to joining the firm, Justin worked at a boutique litigation firm where his practice encompassed class actions, consumer protection, civil rights, municipal representation, and commercial litigation. His experience includes work on several wrongful death lawsuits concerning the Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play Sleeper; a class action against one of New York State’s largest counties alleging discrimination in its tax assessment process; matters involving survivors of childhood sexual assault pursuing justice under New York’s Child Victims Act; and a lawsuit against a New York university alleging violations of Title IX and state law.
Justin earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from the State University of New York at New Paltz and his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, where he was awarded multiple scholarships in recognition of his academic achievements.
Outside of his legal practice, Justin’s interests include political theory, astronomy, and sports.
BAR ADMISSIONS
State of New York
U.S. District Court Southern District of New York.
EDUCATION
J.D., Brooklyn Law School
B.S. State University of New York at New Paltz