Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM) and Maynard Nexsen have recently expanded their business litigation practices across the Southeastern United States, reflecting a strategic focus on strengthening their regional presence.
GRSM has bolstered its Southeast operations by adding three partners: Randi Hyatt in Baltimore, Paul Piland in Atlanta, and Sandra Adams in Nashville. Hyatt specializes in labor and employment law, Piland focuses on commercial litigation, and Adams brings expertise in general liability and commercial litigation. These additions enhance GRSM’s capabilities in the region. ([grsm.com](https://www.grsm.com/insight/grsm-add-three-partners-as-regional-growth-continues/?utm_source=openai))
In August 2026, GRSM further expanded by opening a new office in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This office aims to serve clients across Southeast Tennessee, Northwest Georgia, and the surrounding areas. The Chattanooga team, led by partners Heather Gwinn and Matt Nugent, focuses on healthcare defense, professional liability, general liability, and commercial litigation. ([grsm.com](https://www.grsm.com/insight/grsm-expands-regional-reach-with-new-chattanooga-office/?utm_source=openai))
Maynard Nexsen has also been active in expanding its litigation practice. In March 2026, the firm welcomed attorneys Neil Wilcove and Devon Griger to its Atlanta office. Wilcove, joining as a shareholder, brings extensive experience in construction and commercial litigation, while Griger, as an associate, focuses on construction-related disputes. ([maynardnexsen.com](https://www.maynardnexsen.com/news-maynard-nexsen-expands-construction-and-commercial-litigation-team?utm_source=openai))
Additionally, Maynard Nexsen has significantly increased its Atlanta office space, adding an additional floor to accommodate growth. This expansion reflects the firm’s commitment to the Atlanta market and its broader national growth strategy. ([maynardnexsen.com](https://www.maynardnexsen.com/news-maynard-nexsen-expands-atlanta-office-marking-one-year-of-transformational-growth?utm_source=openai))
These strategic moves by both firms underscore a concerted effort to enhance their business litigation capabilities and strengthen their presence in the Southeast.