Sherin Parikh is an accomplished litigator with deep experience in arbitrations, complex commercial disputes, investment fund litigation, partnership conflicts, cryptocurrency matters, and business torts—including breaches of fiduciary duty, fraud, and tortious interference. Sherin represents a diverse portfolio of global clients, both in the US and internationally, skillfully managing all aspects of litigation, developing effective legal strategies, and pursuing creative solutions to resolve disputes.
Sherin’s powerful oral advocacy, strategic precision, and commanding courtroom presence have earned him successful outcomes for clients in both court and arbitration. As co-lead trial counsel in numerous high-stakes proceedings, he has guided complex litigation from opening statements through verdict.
- Obtained a $5 million arbitration award as co-lead trial attorney for an international steel trading conglomerate in a five-day arbitration hearing on breach of contract and intentional fraud claims against a large steel trader and its principals.
- Obtained a multi-million dollar arbitration award as co-lead trial attorney for a large regional rail authority in a five-day arbitration hearing on a breach of contract claim.
- Obtained $10 million arbitration award for major manufacturer of Bitcoin miners asserting claims for breach of contract, fraud, and conversion.
- Counsel major manufacturer of Bitcoin miners in all commercial arbitrations in the United States.
- Obtained $5 million judgment as co-lead trial attorney for Republic of Korea in a three-week bench trial on fraudulent transfer claims against a half-dozen entities and individuals.
- Obtained summary judgment for the Republic of Korea, domesticating two Korean judgments worth approximately $5 million in damages.
- Defended a major life insurance and retirement solutions provider in complex partnership dispute, resulting in a favorable settlement.
- Represented major manufacturer of Bitcoin miners in arbitration asserting claims of fraud, breach of contract, and conversion, resulting in a favorable settlement.
- Represented a venture capital firm in a dispute with former executives over carried interest compensation and claims of fraud and breach of fiduciary duty.
- Led a two-day mediation on behalf of 50+ defendants and over a dozen law firms that resulted in a favorable $20 million global settlement.
- Helped secure a favorable $18 million global settlement in an action representing investors against a multi-billion dollar investment management company for breaches of fiduciary duties and contract.
- Co-chaired a four-day bench trial against the Department of Parks and Recreation.
- Deposed a half dozen fact witnesses and medical experts in product liability actions regarding medical devices.
- Helped obtain dismissal of multi-billion dollar breach of contract action against one of the world’s largest salt mining companies, which was affirmed by the 9th Circuit.
Admissions
Bar Admissions
- California
Court Admissions
- US District Court, Central District of California
Education
- Southwestern University, J.D., summa cum laude; Academic Chair, Trial Advocacy Honors Program; Southwestern Law Review
- New York University, B.F.A., Drama
Honors & Awards
- Dean’s Scholar Award (Southwestern Law School)
- Best Advocate, 2013 National Civil Trial Competition
Professional Activities
Board Member
- Young Alumni Association, Southwestern Law School
Extern
- Honorable Dean D. Pregerson, US District Judge, US District Court, Central District of California