Skylar Stoudt

Skylar Stoudt is an associate in the Business Trial Practice Group in the firm's Washington, D.C. office. 

Areas of Practice

Skylar's experience in litigation is extensive and varied, encompassing a wide range of legal matters. At Sheppard Mullin, Skylar applies her passion for the law and unwavering work ethic to every case. She is involved in all stages of litigation, from preliminary investigations and pleadings to discovery, motion practice, and preparation for trial. Skylar is committed to delivering comprehensive and strategic legal solutions to our clients, always aiming to achieve the best possible outcome.

Skylar attended Vanderbilt University Law School, where she excelled in moot court competitions, demonstrating superior oral advocacy and legal writing skills. This experience equipped her with the ability to construct compelling arguments and think strategically under pressure, qualities that she now brings to Sheppard Mullin.

Before joining Sheppard Mullin, Skylar interned with the American Bar Association's Justice Defenders Program in Washington, D.C., where she dedicated her efforts to advocating for human rights in Eurasia.

Articles

Consumer Finance and Fintech Blog Posts

• "DACA Recipient Accuses California Credit Union of ECOA Violations," May 17, 2024

• "CFPB and FTC Argue Consumer Reporting Companies Have an Obligation to Correct Errors in Joint Amicus Brief," April 5, 2024

• "Minnesota AG Bans Tribal Lender from Doing Business within the State," March 8, 2024

• "CFPB Settles Claims Against Operator of Training Program for Activities Arising out of Income Share Agreements," December 8, 2023

• "CFPB Files Action Against Fintech for Allegedly Violating Previous Order, Deceiving Customers, Withdrawing Funds Without Consent," November 17, 2023
• "FTC Settles with Fintech for $18M over Deceptive Cash Transfers and Difficult-to-Cancel Memberships," November 17, 2023
• "FTC, Florida Settle with Chargeback Mitigation Company for $150K," November 17, 2023
• "CFPB Report: Credit Card Companies Charged Consumers $130B in Interest and Fees," November 17, 2023
• "OCC Issues Bulletin on Risks Related to Venture Lending," November 9, 2023
• "California Court Denies DFPI’s Motion for Preliminary Injunction Against Fintech," November 9, 2023
• "CFPB Publishes New Report on State Community Reinvestment Laws," November 9, 2023
• "FTC and Wisconsin DOJ Agree to $1.1M Settlement with Auto Dealers over Unlawful Junk Fees and Discrimination Against American Indian Customers," November 3, 2023
• "Federal Jury: Trade Association and Real Estate Brokerages Conspired to Inflate Commissions, $1.8B in Damages to Plaintiffs," November 3, 2023

Privacy & Cybersecurity: Eye on Privacy Blog Posts

• "Impact of FTC Safeguard Rules Amendment on Breach Notification Timing," November 20, 2023