Robert C. Calamari
Of Counsel
Pinnacle Corporate Center
3751 Robert M. Grissom Parkway
Suite 300
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
3751 Robert M. Grissom Parkway
Suite 300
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
bob.calamari@nelsonmullins.com
Bob Calamari is an attorney of counsel in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP's Myrtle Beach office who practices in litigation.
Bob Calamari is an attorney of counsel in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP's Myrtle Beach office who practices in litigation.
Experience
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.
Experience
- Experience in state and federal trial courts in both North and South Carolina
- Trial experience involving insurance coverage issues, product liability issues, bad faith claims, commercial disputes, and insurance defense for many insurance carriers
- Trial and appellate experience involving multimillion-dollar insurance coverage disputes
- Has worked with businesses assisting with contracts, business decisions, corporate protection, and business strategy
- Experienced Mediator, Arbitrator, and Special Referee
Educational Activities
- Duke University
- Football (1984-87) and Baseball (1987-88)
Education
-
University of Toledo College of Law,
JD
(1992)
- Received five American Jurisprudence Awards
- Student Articles Editor, Law Review
- Moot Court, Appellate Advocacy Team
- Recipient, Fornoff Barrister’s Award
- Duke University, BA, Political Science (1988)
Admissions
- South Carolina
- North Carolina
Certifications
- Certified Mediator, South Carolina Bar
Practice Areas
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.
Experience
- Experience in state and federal trial courts in both North and South Carolina
- Trial experience involving insurance coverage issues, product liability issues, bad faith claims, commercial disputes, and insurance defense for many insurance carriers
- Trial and appellate experience involving multimillion-dollar insurance coverage disputes
- Has worked with businesses assisting with contracts, business decisions, corporate protection, and business strategy
- Experienced Mediator, Arbitrator, and Special Referee
Educational Activities
- Duke University
- Football (1984-87) and Baseball (1987-88)
Media
Recognitions
The bar rules of some states require that the standards for an attorney's inclusion in certain public accolades or recognitions be provided. When such accolades or recognitions are listed, a hyperlink is provided that leads to a description of the respective selection methodology.
- South Carolina Super Lawyers (2014–2020)
- The Best Lawyers in America®, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants (2020–2026)
- S.C. Supreme Court Pro Bono Honor Roll (2019)
- 2013 South Carolina Recreation & Parks Association Youth Sports Coach of the Year
- AV Preeminent ® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
- B2B: The Grand Strand "Legal Elite"
- Construction Law (2024)
Professional Activities
- National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- ALFA – American Law Firm Association
- President of the Horry County Bar Association (2009)
- DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar
- Claims & Litigation Management Alliance
- South Carolina Fee Dispute for Horry County
- Involved in the legal community and has given seminars and practical instruction in the states of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia
Community
- City of Myrtle Beach Ambassador (2015)
- Myrtle Beach Middle School Improvement Council
- Involved in pro bono projects over the years representing persons who cannot afford legal services
- Elder in the First Presbyterian Church serving on leadership committees and ushering on Sundays
- Youth sports coach at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center in Myrtle Beach (2003-present)
- Member of the City of Myrtle Beach Recreation Committee
Calendar
Bob Calamari is an attorney of counsel in Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP's Myrtle Beach office who practices in litigation.
Experience
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.Experience
- Experience in state and federal trial courts in both North and South Carolina
- Trial experience involving insurance coverage issues, product liability issues, bad faith claims, commercial disputes, and insurance defense for many insurance carriers
- Trial and appellate experience involving multimillion-dollar insurance coverage disputes
- Has worked with businesses assisting with contracts, business decisions, corporate protection, and business strategy
- Experienced Mediator, Arbitrator, and Special Referee
Educational Activities
- Duke University
- Football (1984-87) and Baseball (1987-88)
Education
-
University of Toledo College of Law,
JD
(1992)
- Received five American Jurisprudence Awards
- Student Articles Editor, Law Review
- Moot Court, Appellate Advocacy Team
- Recipient, Fornoff Barrister’s Award
- Duke University, BA, Political Science (1988)
Admissions
- South Carolina
- North Carolina
Practice Areas
- Commercial Litigation & Business Torts
- Construction and Construction Transactions
- Directors & Officers Liability Coverage
- Litigation
- Property & Casualty Coverage
- Dispute Resolution Solutions
Industries
The bar rules of some states require that the standards for an attorney's inclusion in certain public accolades or recognitions be provided. When such accolades or recognitions are listed, a hyperlink is provided that leads to a description of the respective selection methodology.
- South Carolina Super Lawyers (2014–2020)
- The Best Lawyers in America®, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants (2020–2026)
- S.C. Supreme Court Pro Bono Honor Roll (2019)
- 2013 South Carolina Recreation & Parks Association Youth Sports Coach of the Year
- AV Preeminent ® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell
- B2B: The Grand Strand "Legal Elite"
- Construction Law (2024)
- National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- ALFA – American Law Firm Association
- President of the Horry County Bar Association (2009)
- DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar
- Claims & Litigation Management Alliance
- South Carolina Fee Dispute for Horry County
- Involved in the legal community and has given seminars and practical instruction in the states of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia
- City of Myrtle Beach Ambassador (2015)
- Myrtle Beach Middle School Improvement Council
- Involved in pro bono projects over the years representing persons who cannot afford legal services
- Elder in the First Presbyterian Church serving on leadership committees and ushering on Sundays
- Youth sports coach at Pepper Geddings Recreation Center in Myrtle Beach (2003-present)
- Member of the City of Myrtle Beach Recreation Committee
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