About

Provided by Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Our experienced team can help you manage your business challenges

  • Our team has experience in legal issues related to motor vehicle manufacturers and distributors, representing major automotive and motorcycle manufacturers and distributors who do business in the U.S., motor sports, watercraft, and agricultural equipment clients
  • Members practice exclusively in this area, spending 100% of their time representing motor vehicle companies
  • Members speak to regulators, industry, and legal groups on issues of importance to our clients
  • Team includes several former in-house counsel for major domestic and international motor vehicle manufacturers
  • Broad experience representing industry clients in jurisdictions throughout the country
  • Track record of providing economical representation in complex matters
  • Known for responsive, cost-effective, and client-focused service
  • Known for efficiency and consistency in legal representation due to deep knowledge of issues related to the motor vehicle industry
  • Our team offers a nationwide, coast-to-coast footprint, with experience handling issues in nearly every state in the United States

Our clients include

  • Major motor vehicle manufacturers and distributors (domestic and foreign-based)
  • Start-up companies
  • Wholesale sellers of a broad spectrum of motor vehicle types:  automobiles, motorcycles, ATVs, personal watercraft, side by sides, recreational vehicles, buses, aircraft, heavy truck, farm equipment, emergency response vehicles, mobility companies, and others



Chambers Review

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Transportation: Road (Automotive) - USA - Nationwide
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP is a resourceful automotive group, noted particularly for its comprehensive franchise and dealership-focused capabilities. The team is experienced in advising on commercial expansion and disputes, as well as handling bankruptcy proceedings and regulatory compliance. The firm also acts in product liability lawsuits and investigations.

Work Highlights

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  • Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP assisted Alfa Romeo and Maserati in their desire to have an exclusive Alfa Romeo and Maserati dealership operating out of a newly approved location in the US.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Steven McKelvey, Jr.
1
Steven McKelvey, Jr.
Head of Transportation: Road (Automotive)
1
Band 1

Steven McKelvey Jr regularly advises on issues relating to franchising and dealerships, including commercial litigation, ownership transfers and licensing.

"Steve is very collaborative and great to work with."

Andy Bertron
2
Andy Bertron
2
Band 2

Andy Bertron undertakes all manner of franchising matters for automotive manufacturers and distributors.

"Andy is very knowledgeable and knows the automotive landscape very well."

Richard Otera
3
Richard Otera
3
Band 3

Richard Otera is sought after by a host of automotive manufacturers for his expertise in new vehicle rollouts, as well as disputes with dealers.

"Richard is very strategic and commercially minded."

"Richard is a strong attorney."

Ranked Lawyers at
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Transportation: Road (Automotive)

Steven McKelvey, Jr.
1
Steven McKelvey, Jr.
Head of Transportation: Road (Automotive)
1
Band 1
Andy Bertron
2
Andy Bertron
2
Band 2
Richard Otera
3
Richard Otera
3
Band 3

Members

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Andy Bertron

Richard Otera

S. Keith Hutto

Steven McKelvey, Jr.

Steven McKelvey, Jr.

Head of Department