Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Columbia, South Carolina · Led by Jim Lehman
Revenue
$750M
Lawyers
900+
Offices
20+
Founded
1897
About Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough is a powerhouse of the Southeast, having grown from its South Carolina roots into one of the largest and most respected firms in the region. The firm is celebrated for its strength in government relations, corporate transactions, and complex litigation, with deep ties to state capitals throughout the South. Nelson Mullins' remarkable growth trajectory and commitment to community service have made it a model for regional firms with national ambitions.
Practice Areas
Notable Clients
Notable Alumni
Jim Hodges, Governor of South Carolina
Dick Riley, U.S. Secretary of Education and Governor of South Carolina
Fun Fact
Nelson Mullins has more than tripled in size over the past two decades through strategic combinations, growing from a respected regional firm into one of the 100 largest law firms in the country.
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