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BALTIMORE – Chambers & Partners has named Michael A. Brown, Nelson Mullins’ chief diversity partner, as a finalist for its Chambers USA Awards 2023 in the area of Diversity & Inclusion: Outstanding Contribution.These awards celebrate firms and individuals who are furthering the advancement of divers

The month of October is designated as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) to educate the public about the issues faced by people with disabilities in pursuing, obtaining, and keeping employment. In this month, Nelson Mullins is proud to celebrate and tell stories about the many an

Governor Baker issued the Third Revised Order Regulating Gatherings Throughout the Commonwealth (the “COVID-19 Order No. 46”) on Aug. 7, 2020. Pursuant to COVID-19 Order No. 46, starting on Aug. 11, 2020, the following limitations on social gatherings are mandatory: Indoor gatherings are limited to

Nelson Mullins partner Richard Levin will be speaking at FinTech Week London on June 19, 2023. He will participate in a fireside chat titled "Web 3.0 - Crypto - Digital Assets & Regulation." Fintech Week London will bring together the brightest minds and industry leaders to address these c

ATLANTA – Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a full-service national law firm with offices from coast to coast, is pleased to welcome partner Jim Dudukovich to its corporate practice in Atlanta. Dudukovich brings three decades of multifaceted legal experience to the role and will spearhead the

Left to right, Emily Guerrero, Elisa Kodish, Norah RogersATLANTA — Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has tapped Atlanta partner Elisa Kodish to serve as the firm’s national Pro Bono Partner, leading the award-winning program as it invests further in its mission of providing legal services to th

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) brought an action in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against five alleged promoters of a digital asset called BitConnect, claiming they promoted the sale of unregistered securities that raised over $2 billion

According to the FDIC, the most important factor contributing to the earnings gap between community and non-community banks is the ability to generate non-interest income from “activities that are typically not part of the traditional community banking business model.” Expanding non-interest income

The South Carolina Supreme Court recently issued Administrative Order No. 2020-05-06-01 adopting a court form for the foreclosing party to use when certifying compliance with the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act in foreclosures. The foreclosure form is available here and ha

CHARLESTON, S.C. — Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP Charleston Office Managing Partner John C. McElwaine has been selected as a World Trademark Review Global Leader.Now in its second year, this new guide entitled, “WTR Global Leaders 2020” brings together the world’s foremost law firm and corp

Employers engaged in critical infrastructure face significant challenges in maintaining business operations while ensuring the health of their employees and the public. While many employees are now working remotely, employers engaged in essential services do not have that luxury.As a result, busines

* Brianna Drayton, a 2022 summer associate at Nelson Mullins, co-authored this publication.This article discusses whether it is time for the U.S. government to rethink its position and speed up adoption of cryptocurrency as an official currency. The authors point out that investment in digital asset

Nelson Mullins partner Richard Levin will speak on Thursday, Jan. 26 from 1:45–2:45 p.m. MST at the 2023 Rocky Mountain Bankruptcy Conference. Levin will be speaking during a segment focused around cryptocurrency, which is just a part of the conference's larger theme centered around current econ

Richard B. Levin has joined the firm as a partner and chair of the Financial Technology (FinTech) and Regulation Practice.Levin was one of the first lawyers to focus on the regulation of blockchain and digital assets and is considered a thought leader in the FinTech space. He has been identified by

Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) has elected Fort Lauderdale partner Scott Knapp as its 75th International President-Elect. His installation into the position will be broadcast live from AEPi's Facebook page on July 31. AEPi is the world’s Jewish college fraternity, operating chapters on more than 150 co

CHARLESTON, S.C. — Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP Charleston Office Managing Partner John C. McElwaine has been ranked in the 2021 edition of World Trademark Review 1000.He is ranked in WTR1000 both nationally and in the D.C. Metro Area for trademark enforcement and litigation and in the D.C

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has been shortlisted by the Financial Times for its 2023 Innovative Lawyers Awards for North America in the category of Innovative Lawyers in Deals & Financing.The firm has been recognized for its representation of Redemption Holding Company

Nelson Mullins Financial Institutions Corporate & Regulatory Partner Craig Nazzaro was quoted by S&P Global Market Intelligence in an article titled “Banks can expect return to strict oversight of anti-money laundering rules.” The article discussed how banks may now face increased enforcement from r

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) on August 18, 2022 issued updated Supervisory Guidance on banks assessing multiple re-presentment fees against customers’ accounts. This follows the March 2022 FDIC Consumer Compliance Supervisory Highlights, which also raised similar concerns. The

The National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) has announced that Nelson Mullins is one of 30 law firms honored with the 2025 Beacon of Justice Award. The award recognizes firms for their efforts to promote equal justice for families and communities. NLADA is the nation’s oldest and largest n

Jim Lehman, left, celebrates Claflin University’s 150th Founders’ Day in 2018 with award recipient and board member James Bennett.Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) were founded after the Civil War to offer students of color an opportunity for higher education in a community that t

CHARLESTON, S.C. — Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP Charleston Office Managing Partner John C. McElwaine is recognized as a “World Leading Trademark Professional” in the ninth edition of World Trademark Review 1000 (WTR1000).The ninth edition has ranked him both nationally and in the D.C. Metr

* Brianna Drayton, a 2022 summer associate at Nelson Mullins, co-authored this publication.This article discusses whether it is time for the U.S. government to rethink its position and speed up adoption of cryptocurrency as an official currency. The authors point out that investment in digital asset

The Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) released Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 (“SAB 121”) on March 31, 2022. SAB 121 provides SEC staff’s views regarding accounting treatment of obligations incident to a reporting company’s custody of crypto-assets for its platform users. The staff notes

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The partners of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP re-elected James K. Lehman as Managing Partner of the firm to a three-year term effective Jan. 1, 2024.Lehman began his role as the managing partner in 2012, and under his leadership during the past 12 years, the firm has experi

Following a friendly fundraising competition hosted by Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF), Nelson Mullins has been named a 2022 AVLF Cup Champion. The firm raised $42,202 and was among 9 champion organizations recognized in the competition. Overall, AVLF raised more than $240,000 toward its

On March 18, 2020, President Trump signed H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (Families First Act). In addition to the expansion of family and medical leave, and the requirement to provide paid leave, the Families First Act also provides for federal grants to state unemployment fu

Our payments and digital commerce attorneys help clients get deals done, get apps and products built and to market, and to stay compliant.

Jim is the managing partner of the firm. In addition to his management responsibilities, he practices in the areas of business and securities litigation, white collar investigations, and professional liability.Jim has also served in senior executive management positions. In 2001, he became Senior Vi

Our Encompass practice group provides clients and co-counsel with end-to-end eDiscovery technology, document review, and integrated counsel and advocacy.

Matthew is the leader of Nelson Mullins’ Boston Litigation Team, co-chair of the firm’s Securities Practice, and co-chair of the firm's Sanctions Practice. He represents companies in high-stakes litigation with an emphasis on class action defense in the financial services and automotive industri

Buzz is a senior partner of the corporate/securities/tax division and serves as co-leader of the firm’s International Practice Group, Sanctions Practice Group, and Aerospace Defense & National Security Practice Group member. With over four decades of legal experience, Buzz is widely recognized for h

Our team has represented scores of startups over several decades, and is here to guide high-growing companies to achieve their lofty business goals.

Committed to excellence in client service and our profession. We are committed to serving the public welfare, advancing diversity, and professional leadership.

Bob brings more than three decades of experience to a dynamic everchanging healthcare landscape. Bob has carved a niche as an experienced healthcare and business lawyer, recognized for his handling of complex transactions, regulatory compliance, administrative litigation, and a wide spectrum of busi

For more than 35 years, Ron has handled complex and commercial litigation in trial and appellate courts at the state and federal level, and before arbitration and mediation panels, throughout the Atlantic Coast and Midwest. As a trial and appellate lawyer, Ron’s litigation practice focuses on claim

David is a trusted strategic advisor and advocate for businesses and high net-worth individuals, and has achieved outstanding outcomes and return on investment in high-stakes cases for plaintiffs and defendants across the country. David’s extensive experience litigating commercial contract and busi

Gina is the current chair of the Nelson Mullins Cybersecurity & Data Breach Response practice group and the co-chair of the Nelson Mullins Data Breach Response and Investigation team. Gina is the past chair of the Nelson Mullins Data Privacy, Security, and Breach practice group. Gina has a 20-year c

Robert Alfert is a 33-year infrastructure and construction professional, with deep experience in all facets of project delivery on large-scale projects of all types. Whether representing owners (public or private sector), contractors, concessionaires, or financing entities, on projects ranging from

UPCOMING EVENTSMarch 31, 2025IIANC Thinkers Lunch: What Do Voters Want?April 1, 2025Wake County Bar Association April Luncheon – RaleighApril 8, 2025NC Chamber Spring Member Roundtable - RaleighApril 14, 2025Raleigh Chamber Business After Hours - RaleighNOTE: We could sponsor a future Business After

Brad Rustin, Craig Nazzaro, and other financial services partners from Nelson Mullins are hosting an “In the Trenches” webinar series on operating during the COVID-19 crisis. Sessions are held twice a week.Links to the webinar pages are embedded below, which include materials and recordings of past

After 2004, the State of Florida no longer imposes a state level estate tax. This is in sharp contrast to many other states that impose their own level of estate tax, which is in addition to the federal estate tax. If you have moved to Florida from another state and wish to eliminate (or reduce) the

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, more than 30 states have issued executive orders requiring citizens to stay home and shuttering non-essential businesses. (Check out Nelson Mullins’ prior coverage of these orders here.) Though South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has not issued an order req

So let’s dance this last dance.[1] On Jan. 4, 2021, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (“OCC”) published a Chief Counsel’s Interpretative Letter (the “Letter”) ‎confirming the authority of national banks’ and federal savings associations’ to participate in independent ‎node verification

The SBA released a supplemental interim final rule today to provide further guidance for individuals applying to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the cornerstone small business lending program under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or the CARES Act. You can read our prev

President Franklin D. Roosevelt once noted: “The only thing to fear is fear itself ... ”[1] Apparently, some in the federal government no longer share this belief. In a recent Investor Bulletin[2] (“Bulletin”), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Office of Investor Education and Advocacy

The federal bank regulatory agencies issued a request for public comment this week on proposed interagency guidance designed to help banking institutions manage risks associated with third-party relationships.The proposed guidance can assist banking institutions in identifying and addressing the ris

As the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic continues to impact our economy and everyday life, the construction boom Orlando was experiencing has been dramatically affected with major entities like Walt Disney World halting construction operations just last week, among others. As the news changes by the ho

This is part of a series from Nelson Mullins' AI Task Force. We will continue to provide additional insight on both domestic and international matters across various industries spanning both the public and private sectors.After extensive negotiations, the European Parliament, Commission, and Cou

Without a decisive legal pronouncement by the federal government permitting employers to institute a vaccine mandate, employers should continue exercising caution to avoid potential legal pitfalls when devising a vaccine policy and potential mandate by allowing for legal exceptions and anticipating

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