Erik T. Norton

Erik Norton is a partner of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP who practices in Columbia in the area of business litigation, with particular emphasis on consulting and litigation involving business systems such as franchises and distribution networks.

Education:

• University of South Carolina School of Law, JD
• University of South Carolina, MA, Teaching, magna cum laude (1997)
• University of South Carolina, Honors College, BA, English, cum laude (1995)

Admissions:

• U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina
• South Carolina
• U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
• U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi

Experience:

• Represented automobile manufacturers and distributors involving product recalls, consumer class actions, add points, relocations, terminations, and other issues involving the manufacturer-dealer relationship
• Represented heavy and industrial equipment manufacturers and distributors, chemical manufacturers, logistics providers, educational service providers, and similar businesses utilizing franchises, distribution networks, or other business systems
• Represented owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors in construction disputes involving condominium conversions, construction of manufacturing facilities, and construction of oil and natural gas pipelines, nuclear facilities, and other energy facilities
• Represented businesses and individuals in commercial disputes involving noncompete/nonsolicitation agreements, patent licenses, patent warranties, trade secrets, piercing the corporate veil, commercial real estate development, dissolution of partnerships and corporations, and insurance contract

Professional Activities:

• South Carolina Bar
• Forum on Franchising, American Bar Association