Nana Asante-Smith Email & Phone Number

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

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.

I prosecuted a complex array of cases that included assaults, child abuse, larcenies, driving while impaired offenses, and mental health-related cases. I managed hundreds of criminal cases and negotiated with defense attorneys and defendants.

Durham

• Coordinated bi-monthly, county-wide Domestic Violence Response Team meetings • Served as a liaison among victims, investigators, and District Attorney’s Office • Maintained advanced knowledge of local domestic violence & sexual assault reporting and investigative procedures

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Critically analyzed voting trends and demographic distributions to develop effective campaign strategies• Supervised and engaged 50+ volunteers for campaign committees • Created and compiled a wide array of campaign literature and information for public dissemination

Hillsborough, Nc

• Managed juvenile court under the supervision of an Assistant District Attorney • Secured convictions on several misdemeanor charges • Conducted research and interviews in preparation for trials and other court proceedings

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Represented plaintiffs in and prepared for Chapter 50B and Chapter 50C hearings • Conducted interviews, research, and negotiations on behalf of clients

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• The Honorable Carl R. Fox: Reviewed briefs and advised judge on legally sound rulings; conducted research and reported findings on legal inquiries as determined by judge and case coordinator • The Honorable Lori G. Christian: Drafted alimony, child support, custody, equitable distribution, and visitation orders

Juris Doctor

Activities and Societies: • Student Speaker, 2016 UNC School of Law Commencement Exercises • James E. and Carolyn B. Davis Society: one.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Black Student Alliance, President Office of Student Conduct, Disciplinary Advisor President's Committee on Black.