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What the Team is Known For

Maynard Nexsen offers a comprehensive practice with a formidable stable of highly regarded litigators, with strengths handling both state and federal court proceedings nationwide. It offers additional strengths in appellate matters, with a wealth of experience handling appeals before the Eleventh Circuit. The team also assists with breach of contract, fraud and negligence cases and represents some of the state's largest clients in the financial services, healthcare, IT and insurance sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Maynard Nexsen served as co-counsel for the National Small Business Association in a constitutional challenge to the Corporate Transparency Act which is in appeal at the Eleventh Circuit.

Strengths

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The team's strengths include industry knowledge, expertise across subject and strategic acumen.

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This firm has outstanding lawyers who are intimately familiar with the issues our industry faces.

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The team provides clear, practical legal guidance grounded in an understanding of both the legal and policy implications at every corner.

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Maynard Nexsen’s appellate group distinguishes itself through the depth of its Alabama Supreme Court experience, the caliber of its lawyers, and the credibility the team carries with appellate judges across the state.

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The team is very responsive and informs the client of all significant decision points and deadlines well in advance. Top-notch communication.

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Notable Practitioners

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Lee E Bains Jr
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Lee E Bains Jr
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Lee Bains advises across a wide range of commercial disputes, including complex class actions and appeals. He regularly represents clients in breach of contract and insurance coverage cases.

Lee was clear, responsive and set the tone for a very strong client experience. His reputation and leadership in the appellate group are evident, and he brings a level of credibility and judgment that distinguishes him from peers.

He is a brilliant lawyer and writer.

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Maibeth Porter
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Maibeth Porter
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Maibeth Porter frequently defends clients from the financial sector in disputes involving securities and corporate governance issues. She commands respect in the market for her regulatory experience and additional capabilities in government investigations at both state and federal levels.
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John Neiman
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John Neiman
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John Neiman is known for his representation of government bodies and corporations in significant litigation and appellate proceedings.

He is an excellent speaker and litigator.

John Neiman is an exceptionally knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. He combines deep legal expertise with practical judgment, communicates clearly and consistently and delivers thoughtful and strategic guidance. His professionalism and responsiveness make him a trusted advisor on even the most complex matters.

John is the best appellate lawyer in Alabama.

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John Bolus
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John Bolus
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John Bolus's core expertise includes representing financial services clients in breach of contract and fraud disputes, as well as class actions. He has further capabilities in defending clients against securities claims.
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Michael Mulvaney
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Michael Mulvaney
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Michael Mulvaney regularly defends clients against class actions and multiparty litigation. He is well known for his skilled handling of contentious insurance claims.
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Thomas Thagard
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Thomas Thagard
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Thomas Thagard is noted for his wide-ranging expertise in commercial litigation, including representing clients in disputes involving product liability, IP, breach of contract and fraud, among others.

Tom is in tune with the client's needs, results-oriented and a true asset in any case he works on.

I can't speak highly enough about Tom's expertise and savviness. We could one hundred percent rely on him to guide the team to success on our matter. He is absolutely excellent.

He is very bright, hardworking and does a great job.

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John Earnhardt
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John Earnhardt
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John Earnhardt frequently acts for clients from the manufacturing industry in serious personal injury and environmental contamination disputes.
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Thomas Butler
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Thomas Butler
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Thomas Butler has notable strengths defending clients facing insurance and product liability-related claims as well as wider business disputes.

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Ranked Lawyers at
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Lee E Bains Jr
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Lee E Bains Jr
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John Neiman
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John Neiman
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Maibeth Porter
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Maibeth Porter
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John Bolus
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John Bolus
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Michael Mulvaney
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Michael Mulvaney
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Thomas Thagard
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Thomas Thagard
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John Earnhardt
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John Earnhardt
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Thomas Butler
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Thomas Butler
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