Nana Asante-Smith

Associate @Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Raleigh, NC, US

I have litigated a variety of complex contract disputes, including those involving trade secrets, unfair trade practices, and securities. I have also represented hospitals in involuntary commitment (IVC) hearings. I have experience in federal and state courts, including the North Carolina Business Court, as well as administrative courts.In addition, I have conducted internal investigations for clients and helped them respond to government inquiries, including federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charges. In internal investigations, I help clients uncover and anticipate potential criminal and civil exposure, and I make proactive recommendations to reduce risks moving forward.I have also conducted internal investigations tied to Title IX of the Higher Education Act of 1972, which regulates sex discrimination and sexual harassment. A high-profile example of that work was an internal investigation involving a large state university’s athletic department. I also provide representation in Title IX hearings for parties who are reporting or accused of sexual harassment. I have maintained a focus on Title IX since I was a student at Duke University, where I served as a disciplinary advisor.

University of North Carolina School of Law

Juris Doctor

Duke University

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology