Kristina Allen Reliford is a results-oriented litigator and trial attorney specializing in non-compete litigation, securities and government investigations, and complex business disputes. Her broad litigation experience includes assisting U.S. and international companies from a wide variety of industries, such as financial services, health care and information technology, in developing practical solutions to resolve disputes as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Kristina has experience in all facets of commercial disputes, including dispositive motions, discovery management, witness preparation, trial briefing and witness examination. Specifically, she served as lead associate on a trial team representing an Indian consulting firm in federal court litigation alleging trade secret misappropriation, including taking and defending depositions, preparing trial witnesses, drafting motions in limine and arguing pre-trial motions. In addition, she represented a global health information technology corporation in federal court litigation alleging trade secret misappropriation and false advertising.
Notably, Kristina has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Commercial Litigation and was named to the 2017 Women of Power by the Urban League of Southern Connecticut. Kristina also has a strong commitment to civic involvement, serving in various leadership roles in numerous civil and professional organizations, including the Nashville Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, Napier Looby Bar Association and STRIVE Collegiate Academy Board of Directors.