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Complex Commercial Disputes

SSMK handles complex commercial disputes involving significant financial exposure.

Since its inception, SSMK has represented its corporate clients in high-stakes litigation in federal and state courts and before arbitration panels. The complexity of such cases demands sophisticated legal strategies and a keen ability to manage myriad business considerations and substantial financial risk.

Business Disputes

We resolve business disputes of all sizes, providing strategic advocacy in conflicts involving contracts, partnerships, transactions, and other commercial matters.

Our business disputes practice handles a wide variety of complex commercial conflicts, from contract breaches and partnership disputes to fraud and unfair competition claims. We represent clients across industries in litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution forums. Whether resolving shareholder conflicts, supply chain issues, or high-stakes business torts, we tailor our approach to each client’s unique needs and objectives, protecting their interests and bottom line.

Healthcare Disputes

We help clients navigate complex regulatory, payment, and contractual issues to protect their interests in a rapidly evolving industry

Our healthcare disputes practice handles complex litigation and regulatory challenges, including compliance investigations and fraud, waste, and abuse claims. We represent payers and other healthcare entities in disputes involving False Claims Act allegations, Stark Law and Anti-Kicback Statute issues, and strategic defenses to navigate enforcement actions, minimize liability, and protect our clients' operations.

Fraud

We handle fraud cases with precision and diligence, pursuing or defending claims involving misrepresentation, deceit, and other fraudulent conduct across a variety of industries.

Our fraud practice specializes in complex litigation and investigations involving allegations of financial and billing misconduct, deceptive business practices, and fraudulent schemes. We represent businesses in high-stakes disputes, including civil fraud claims, RICO actions, and government enforcement matters. With extensive experience navigating parallel civil, criminal, and regulatory proceedings, we develop strategic offensive strategies to combat bad conduct and comprehensive defenses to mitigate risk. We bring the sophistication and insight needed to handle the most challenging cases.

Procurement

We work with companies pursuing business opportunities with local, state, and federal government agencies by helping them navigate protests in all venues and forums to protect awards, challenge awards, or provide guidance somewhere in between.

SSMK attorneys have a proven track record with bid protests in many different types of forums, including the Government Accountability Office, the Court of Federal Claims, and with state agencies. We also provide comprehensive support in other procurement-related matters, including advising companies through contract disputes up to and including actions for contract claims.

ERISA

Our ERISA practice tackles the most complex litigation and regulatory challenges faced by plans and payors, leveraging deep expertise in the healthcare industry.

Our ERISA practice handles the most complex disputes involving employee benefit plans, fiduciary obligations, and regulatory compliance. With deep knowledge of the intricate interplay between ERISA, tax, and employment laws, we develop strategic solutions to navigate enforcement actions and litigation risks. Whether defending plan sponsors, administrators, or service providers, we bring the experience and sophistication needed to resolve ERISA matters efficiently and effectively.

Insurance Litigation and Regulation

We specialize in insurance litigation and regulation across multiple industries, providing strategic counsel and advocacy in coverage disputes, regulatory compliance, and complex insurance matters.

SSMK attorneys regularly investigate and litigate affirmative and defensive health care fraud, contract disputes, and claims under state and federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Acts in state and federal courts across the country. We specialize in bringing affirmative claims or counterclaims on behalf of our clients to recoup money obtained by fraud and violations of statutory law, including RICO.

Internal Investigations

We help clients conduct thorough internal investigations with diligence and appropriate discretion, helping to navigate sensitive issues while ensuring compliance.

Our internal Investigations practice helps businesses navigate sensitive compliance matters, whistleblower claims, and potential regulatory violations with discretion and precision. We conduct thorough, independent investigations to assess risk, ensure compliance, and mitigate legal exposure. With a focus on confidentiality and strategic guidance, we help clients respond to government inquiries, strengthen internal controls, and protect their reputations.

Contracts

We handle all aspects of contracts, from drafting simple and complex agreements to litigating disputes, ensuring our clients’ interests are protected at every stage

Our contracts practice goes beyond litigation, helping clients drafting and negotiate tailored agreements that align with their business objectives and risk profile. Whether structuring complex commercial transactions or refining standard agreements, we ensure our clients have the legal foundation they need for long-term success.

Antitrust

We navigate antitrust issues that arise in the context of broader litigation, providing strategic advocacy to address competition concerns and protect our clients’ interests.

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Appeals

We partner with trial counsel to identify and preserve appellate issues and guide trial strategies, while delivering exceptional advocacy before the Georgia Supreme Court and the Georgia Court of Appeals.

In addition to our comprehensive trial support, we offer expert appellate advocacy and have delivered exceptional representation before the Georgia Supreme Court and the Georgia Court of Appeals. Our deep understanding of appellate procedures, combined with our commitment to rigorous legal analysis, helps our clients navigate complex legal challenges and achieve the best possible outcomes.