Practice Areas

Broad Expertise. Proven Results. A Trusted Partner Across Every Legal Challenge.

At SSMK Law, we understand the demands of complex litigation and bring a strategic approach to every case. Our practice areas are tailored to address the challenges of high-stakes commercial, civil, and regulatory disputes. From defending corporate interests to advocating for individuals, we are built on a foundation of trust, clarity, and commitment to client success.

Our team has expertise across a broad range of litigation areas, including antitrust, business litigation, and white-collar defense. We approach each case with meticulous detail, ensuring clients receive comprehensive representation backed by years of experience. SSMK Law is dedicated to providing innovative solutions through both trial advocacy and alternative dispute resolution.

Whether in court or at the negotiation table, SSMK Law’s attorneys are driven by a results-focused approach. We simplify complex legal issues and work tirelessly to protect our clients’ rights and interests in every matter we handle.

Complex Commercial Disputes

We handle 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

We tackle 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.

Catastrophic Injury

We have decades of experience in litigating high stakes cases across the country, we specialize in representing clients and their families to obtain full justice and maximum damages in cases involving wrongful death and catastrophic injuries.

Whether the catastrophic injuries were caused by trucking accidents, a defective or dangerous product, workplace incidents, premises liability, negligent security, or transportation/auto accidents, our firm has unrivaled experience in litigating large cases, access to experts to prove wrongdoing and maximize damages for our clients’ injuries, and the fearless commitment to fight for our clients no matter the challenges or complexities of their case.

Premises Liability

We are the go-to firm for holding businesses accountable and achieving maximum results for our clients when they or their family members have been injured due to violent crimes or other dangerous conditions at apartment complexes or other businesses.

SSMK has handled dozens and dozens of premises liability cases and obtained over $10 Million in recovery for clients who have been injured because of violent crime or dangerous conditions at apartment complexes, businesses, and other properties. Our decades of experience in litigating these cases, and our unique ability to navigate the legal issues involved, allow SSMK to provide our clients with an unmatched strategy to succeed.

Toxic Exposure

We fight for individuals that have suffered from toxic exposures to chemicals, carbon monoxide, and other irritants and pollutants, or have had their property or businesses destroyed by toxic contamination.

Toxic exposures present significant risks to health and property. Many toxic exposure claims are brought against large corporations or entities that have significant legal and financial resources at their disposal, which can make litigation intimidating for individual plaintiffs. The unique characteristics of toxic exposure claims also require an essential understanding of both law and science.

Medical Malpractice

We fight for patients and loved ones to hold doctors, nurses, and hospitals accountable for surgical errors, labor and delivery mistakes, misdiagnoses, and all other forms of medical negligence.

Cases against medical professionals and hospitals are some of the most complex to navigate. They require plaintiffs to jump through technical hoops and preliminary legal requirements. Our medical malpractice attorneys know the ins and outs of the process as they spent 15 years learning from the other side—defending doctors and health care providers.

Explosions

We assist clients in high-stakes explosion, fire, and carbon monoxide cases navigate the intricacies of regulatory schemes, building codes, and premises liability laws.

The complexities attendant to high-risk litigation are multiplied when claims arise from an explosion or fire. SSMK attorneys have decades of experience analyzing those complexities through the prism of the applicable codes, regulations, and tort law underlying such cases, and charting the best path for our clients. This ensures our clients’ success, whether early on or at the end of a lengthy trial.

Commercial Vehicle Incidents

We fight for individuals that have been injured in motor-vehicle collisions, securing compensation they deserve through skilled negotiation and litigation.

SSMK has extensive experience handling a wide range of cases, from rear-end collisions and rollovers to catastrophic injuries caused by negligent trucking companies and their drivers. We work tirelessly to hold responsible parties accountable and secure compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages, all while offering compassionate support to clients during a challenging time in their lives.

FAQ

What types of cases does SSMK Law handle?

We specialize in complex commercial litigation, including business disputes, antitrust issues, white-collar litigation, and high-stakes civil cases.

How does SSMK Law approach client communication?

We prioritize transparent and regular communication, ensuring that clients are updated on every significant development in their case.

Can SSMK Law assist with appeals?

Yes, we offer appellate services to help clients defend or challenge trial outcomes. Our team has extensive experience in appellate advocacy.

What is alternative dispute resolution, and do you offer it?

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) includes arbitration and mediation as alternatives to court trials. SSMK Law offers ADR services to help clients reach efficient and cost-effective resolutions.

How do I schedule a consultation with SSMK Law?

You can contact us directly through our website or call our office to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.