John Martin
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLPNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP fields an impressive team that regularly handles contentious matters at all levels of state and federal courts for major players from the worlds of pharmaceuticals, technology and automotive. The group also assists clients with data breaches, trade secrets, document preservation and contract disputes. The practice is led by seasoned e-discovery litigator John Martin, who specializes in multi-district litigation and government investigations. Lucie Cohen brings experience in handling information governance, regulatory, and antitrust matters, while Heyward Bonyata focuses on issues involving the management of information and represents clients in multidistrict litigations. Julie Flaming regularly leads government inquiries and has particular expertise in pharma and medical device litigation. Travis Bustamante is another key name for discovery strategies in Charlotte. Jerrett Coco is also recommended. All lawyers are in Columbia unless otherwise stated.
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Testimonials
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- ‘This team applies cutting-edge e-discovery technology to case-specific problems that bring value far beyond "eDiscovery." The people make all the difference in this group. They know how to package e-discovery tools to help the client prevail in court.’
- ‘Travis Bustamante is top-notch. He is a courtroom lawyer with e-discovery expertise. He finds solutions to problems.’
Key clients
- Eli Lilly and Company
- Multiple Blue Cross Blue Shield Companies
- Anthem, Inc. (now Elevance Health, Inc.)
Work highlights
- Assisted Eli Lilly and Company with several litigations relating to insulin pricing.
- Represented 15 Blue Cross Blue Shield defendants in nationwide class action multi-district litigation involving antitrust allegations in the healthcare industry.
- Represented Anthem (now Elevance Health, Inc.) in a litigation filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office pending in Southern District of New York in a four-year investigation.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Travis Bustamante
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLPPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John D. Martin