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Turning 125: Nelson Mullins Celebrating 125 Years of Legal Service in 2022
In January 1897, attorney P.H. Nelson left his position as solicitor of the Fifth Judicial Circuit to set up a private law practice in Columbia, S.C. The State newspaper contained a short but prescient news item on Jan. 26 about the endeavor, which noted that "the new firm should meet with great success."
And they were right. Today, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP offers legal services in 15 states and the District of Columbia from 31 offices with 930+ attorneys, policy advisors, and professionals. It is the 71st largest law firm in the nation based on 2020 gross revenues, according to The American Lawyer’s Am Law 100, a legal news organization that tracks law firm growth.
Throughout 2022, Nelson Mullins will be sharing seminal events from its history that highlight its growth from a one-man firm in 1897 to where we are today. Click here to learn more.
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Randall L. Saunders
Partner
Suite 200
Huntington, WV 25701
In addition to chairing the tax lien and litigation group, Randall's practice focuses on banking, financial services, business, taxation, and real estate matters. He routinely handles litigation, administrative, and transactional matters. While his practice originates in the heart of Appalachia, he routinely handles matters in jurisdictions across the country.
Randall also currently serves as the firm’s...
In addition to chairing the tax lien and litigation group, Randall's practice focuses on banking, financial services, business, taxation, and real estate matters. He routinely handles litigation, administrative, and transactional matters. While his practice originates in the heart of Appalachia, he routinely handles matters in jurisdictions across the country.
Randall also currently serves as the firm’s Pro Bono Chair.
Pro Bono Chair.
Experience
- Litigated matters for clients in numerous jurisdictions, including West Virginia, Kentucky, Maryland, Tennessee, and Ohio, in both state and federal courts
- Experienced appellate advocate, having practiced before the Maryland Court of Appeals, Maryland Court of Special Appeals, Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, and Kentucky Court of Appeals
Educational Activities
- University of Kentucky College of Law
- Moot Court Board
- Best Overall Advocate and Best Overall Argument in 2005 at the National Trial Competition, Texas Young Lawyers Association/American College of Trial Lawyers: Regional Quarterfinals
- Kentucky Mock Trial Tournament Champion: Best Oral Advocate in 2004
- Best Oral Argument: Second Year Moot Court Competition in 2004 and Best Oral Advocate, McReynolds Writing Club, 2003
Education
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University of Kentucky College of Law,
JD
(2005)
- University of Kentucky College of Law Trial Advocacy Scholarship recipient
- Morehead State University, BA, History and Government, summa cum laude (2002)
Admissions
- West Virginia
- Kentucky
- Tennessee
- Supreme Court of the United States
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia
- Supreme Court of Kentucky
- Kentucky Court of Appeals
- Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia
Practice Areas
Industries
- Litigated matters for clients in numerous jurisdictions, including West Virginia, Kentucky, Maryland, Tennessee, and Ohio, in both state and federal courts
- Experienced appellate advocate, having practiced before the Maryland Court of Appeals, Maryland Court of Special Appeals, Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, and Kentucky Court of Appeals
Educational Activities
- University of Kentucky College of Law
- Moot Court Board
- Best Overall Advocate and Best Overall Argument in 2005 at the National Trial Competition, Texas Young Lawyers Association/American College of Trial Lawyers: Regional Quarterfinals
- Kentucky Mock Trial Tournament Champion: Best Oral Advocate in 2004
- Best Oral Argument: Second Year Moot Court Competition in 2004 and Best Oral Advocate, McReynolds Writing Club, 2003
Media
Recognitions
- The Best Lawyers in America® — Financial Services Regulation Law (2021–2022); Consumer Law (2022); Litigation — Banking and Finance (2022)
- Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Litigation: General Commercial (2021)
- The State Journal's Generation Next/40 under 40 (2015)
- Nelson Mullins 2011 Renaissance Associate Award
- West Virginia Super Lawyers Rising Star — civil litigation: defense (2012–2018)
- 2012 ALPS Lawyer Leadership Institute
- AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Activities
- American Bar Association
- Defense Research Institute (DRI)
- Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia, Board of Governors (2015–present)
- DTCWV Business and Commercial Law Substantive Committee, Chair (2015–present)
- Creditors' Rights Subcommittee, Co–Chair (2017–present)
- West Virginia State Bar
- Kentucky Bar Association
- West Virginia Bankers Association, Bank Counsel Consortium
Community
- Board of Directors, United Way of the River Cities
- Leadership West Virginia, Class 2018
- Legal Aid of West Virginia, Development Advisory Team
- Cornerstone Community Development Corp., Board Member (2017)
- Cabell County Deputy Sheriff Civil Service Commissioner
In addition to chairing the tax lien and litigation group, Randall's practice focuses on banking, financial services, business, taxation, and real estate matters. He routinely handles litigation, administrative, and transactional matters. While his practice originates in the heart of Appalachia, he routinely handles matters in jurisdictions across the country.
Randall also currently serves as the firm’s... Pro Bono Chair.
Experience
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.- Litigated matters for clients in numerous jurisdictions, including West Virginia, Kentucky, Maryland, Tennessee, and Ohio, in both state and federal courts
- Experienced appellate advocate, having practiced before the Maryland Court of Appeals, Maryland Court of Special Appeals, Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, and Kentucky Court of Appeals
Educational Activities
- University of Kentucky College of Law
- Moot Court Board
- Best Overall Advocate and Best Overall Argument in 2005 at the National Trial Competition, Texas Young Lawyers Association/American College of Trial Lawyers: Regional Quarterfinals
- Kentucky Mock Trial Tournament Champion: Best Oral Advocate in 2004
- Best Oral Argument: Second Year Moot Court Competition in 2004 and Best Oral Advocate, McReynolds Writing Club, 2003
Education
-
University of Kentucky College of Law,
JD
(2005)
- University of Kentucky College of Law Trial Advocacy Scholarship recipient
- Morehead State University, BA, History and Government, summa cum laude (2002)
Admissions
- West Virginia
- Kentucky
- Tennessee
- Supreme Court of the United States
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia
- Supreme Court of Kentucky
- Kentucky Court of Appeals
- Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia
Practice Areas
- Banking & Financial Services
- Commercial Litigation & Business Torts
- Consumer Financial Services
- Bankruptcy, Creditors' Rights & Restructuring
- Class Action & Multi-Claim Litigation
- Tax Lien Resolution & Litigation
- Real Estate
- Energy
Industries
- The Best Lawyers in America® — Financial Services Regulation Law (2021–2022); Consumer Law (2022); Litigation — Banking and Finance (2022)
- Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Litigation: General Commercial (2021)
- The State Journal's Generation Next/40 under 40 (2015)
- Nelson Mullins 2011 Renaissance Associate Award
- West Virginia Super Lawyers Rising Star — civil litigation: defense (2012–2018)
- 2012 ALPS Lawyer Leadership Institute
- AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- American Bar Association
- Defense Research Institute (DRI)
- Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia, Board of Governors (2015–present)
- DTCWV Business and Commercial Law Substantive Committee, Chair (2015–present)
- Creditors' Rights Subcommittee, Co–Chair (2017–present)
- West Virginia State Bar
- Kentucky Bar Association
- West Virginia Bankers Association, Bank Counsel Consortium
- Board of Directors, United Way of the River Cities
- Leadership West Virginia, Class 2018
- Legal Aid of West Virginia, Development Advisory Team
- Cornerstone Community Development Corp., Board Member (2017)
- Cabell County Deputy Sheriff Civil Service Commissioner
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