Area of Practice: ERISA Litigation

Area of Practice: ERISA Litigation Founding Member Nancy B. Pridgen, Esq. focuses her practice on employment litigation in the federal courts, and has handled, in some capacity, nearly every type of employment law matter that exists, including employment discrimination (age, race/nationality, gender, disability), retaliation, harassment, unemployment, FMLA, FLSA/wage and hour, ERISA/employee benefits, etc. Nancy also enjoys assisting businesses, business owners, executives and key employees navigate the waters of transitioning out of old and into new employment relationships, with all of their attendant issues (including, for instance, negotiating severance or other benefits, and drafting/negotiating new employment terms, etc.). Nancy counsels both employers and employees. Nancy sub-specializes in ERISA litigation, and has litigated scores of ERISA benefits claims and fiduciary cases throughout the country. Nancy first developed this expertise in ERISA litigation while at Alston + Bird, where she litigated numerous class actions and other complex litigation involving employee pension cases and welfare benefit claims. She writes and speaks often on ERISA/employment litigation topics; you can access the titles of her publications and speaking engagements below. She has also recently served as an officer in the Georgia State Bar Employee Benefits Section. Nancy brings to clients a wealth of federal litigation experience. She has litigated a wide array of cases including complex commercial litigation, securities, insurance, tax, immigration, antitrust, constitutional and common-law torts, and civil appeals. In addition to her active trial practice, Nancy has maintained her commitment to giving back to the community by, among other things, handling several low-cost or pro bono adoptions.

Brian has over 27 years of experience representing victims of asbestos exposure. He has extensive experience handling mesothelioma and lung cancer claims. He devoted his career to helping working men and women who have been injured and has developed a vast knowledge of asbestos-containing products to maximize your recovery. In addition, Brian has represented folks injured by someone’s negligence, be it automobile collisions, chemical exposures or workplace injuries. Outside of work Brian spends as many hours as possible hunting and fishing and enjoys working with cattle and farming. He believes in giving back to the community has a strong history of supporting local county fairs, 4H and FFA programs, local school athletics and educational groups, along with various other local charities.

Ms. Prince has over 15 years of experience as an attorney with widespread experience in resolving worker’s compensation and insurance defense cases. Drawing from her diverse background, Ms. Prince leverages her research skills to investigate, identify, assess, and interpret evidence. Whether handling clients, negotiating strategies, preparing litigation, or gathering information for trial, Ms. Prince has a track record for success that stems from her commitment to maintain in-depth understanding of legal processes and procedures.