Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, which acts for a vast array of motor vehicle manufacturers, offers experts in federal and state legislation frameworks, as well as the regulation of motor vehicles. The automotive practice regularly litigates disputes involving class actions, product liability, terminations, relocations, and ownership transfers; and it is particularly involved in franchise and dealership litigation on behalf of major car companies. The firm also houses a robust advisory practice, in relation to distribution models, sales and data privacy; and it is increasingly active in growth areas such as driverless cars, electric vehicles, and over-the-air repairs. In Columbia, Steven McKelvey is consistently mandated by manufacturers of cars, trucks, motorcycles, powersports, and recreational vehicles; Andy Bertron in Tallahassee predominantly represents automotive manufacturers and distributors in vehicle franchise matters, including litigation; and Los Angeles office managing partner Richard Otera is an expert in automotive-related franchise and distribution law, as well as litigation. The practice further includes automotive lawyers Mark Clouatre, Jody Porter and Christie Iannetta in Denver, Los Angeles and Washington  DC, respectively.