Juan Monteverde is a New York City-based attorney specializing in shareholder rights. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for challenging corporate transactions such as mergers and buyouts, securing millions of dollars for shareholders. He has also been a key advocate for greater transparency in executive compensation, particularly in the post-Dodd-Frank era, ensuring that executives provide full disclosure regarding their payouts.
As the founding partner of Monteverde & Associates PC, located in the Empire State Building, Juan leads a team of talented attorneys dedicated to protecting shareholders from corporate fraud and misconduct. His clients are typically shareholders who have experienced financial losses due to fraudulent corporate actions or undervalued mergers. The firm handles cases at all levels, from trial courts to the U.S. Supreme Court, working to hold corporations accountable. Monteverde’s motto, "No one is above the law," reflects his unwavering commitment to justice. All individuals should be held responsible for the same laws and treated equally. No one is above the law.
Before founding his firm, Monteverde was a partner and chair of the Mergers and Acquisition Litigation Department at Faruqi & Faruqi LLP from 2010 to 2016. Faruqi & Faruqi is known for its class action litigation, primarily focusing on investor and consumer protection. His work there played a significant role in shaping his legal expertise. Monteverde also spent time at Levi & Korsinsky, representing clients in securities fraud, consumer fraud, and other complex legal matters. His legal career began at Smith Mazure Director Wilkins Young & Yagerman, where he worked on civil litigation, construction law, and product liability cases.
Monteverde earned his Juris Doctor with distinction from St. Thomas University School of Law in 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Finance from California State University, Northridge. As an accomplished writer, he frequently publishes articles on executive compensation and presents at conferences held by the American Bar Association and other legal organizations.
Beyond his legal work, Juan is deeply committed to philanthropy, supporting organizations such as Planned Parenthood, the ASPCA, and local food pantries in New York City. He is admitted to practice law in New York and several federal districts, where he has secured substantial settlements for shareholders.
Juan Monteverde was born in Barcelona, Spain, and now resides in New York City with his wife and two children. He enjoys boating and spending time with his family in his free time.
