Heyl Royster

Abhi Nair

Associate
St. Louis, MO

Joined Firm in 2023

Bringing a thorough, innovative, and creative approach, combined with his innate interest in neuroscience and the broader medical field, Abhi dedicates his practice to the intersection of healthcare and the law.

  • Graduate of St. Louis University School of Law
  • Speaks Malayalam
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Abhi Nair

Attorney in St. Louis, MO

Abhi, an associate attorney at our St. Louis office, excels at navigating complex legal challenges, particularly in emerging areas of health law. With a unique blend of creativity and analytical skills, Abhi is dedicated to bridging the gap between the healthcare and legal landscapes.

With a strong foundation in neuroscience and criminology from the University of Texas at Dallas, Abhi relocated to St. Louis in 2020 to further develop his experiences in health law at St. Louis University School of Law. During his time in law school, he embraced leadership roles in various organizations, notably serving as a Student Mentor for the Health Law Association and as Secretary and Student Mentor for the Asian American Law Student Association. He was also an active member of the South Asian Bar Association.

Abhi's legal journey expanded in his 1L year when he became the inaugural Legal and Compliance In-House Counsel Intern for MiTek Inc., a leading global construction firm in Chesterfield, Missouri. Here, he gained valuable insights into global privacy law research, mergers and acquisitions due diligence, and third-party compliance screening. Following this role, he further developed his skills as a Legal and Compliance intern at Centene Corporation, a prominent managed healthcare company in Clayton, Missouri. His work included conflict avoidance strategies, federal regulatory assessments, and comprehensive contract analysis, equipping him with the tools to creatively solve client issues.

Hailing from Dallas, Abhi is a dedicated fan of his hometown sports teams, including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, and Stars. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, engaging in fantasy sports with friends and family, and volunteering within the St. Louis community.

Abhi is a Dallas native who enjoys supporting his hometown sports teams, including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, and Stars. He enjoys playing basketball and fantasy sports with his friends and family, reading, and volunteering in the St. Louis community.

Credentials

Education

J.D., Saint Louis University School of Law

B.S., University of Texas at Dallas, Neuroscience

Licensure(s) and Admission(s)

State Courts of Illinois

State Courts of Missouri

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri

United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri

Professional Affiliations

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

South Asian Bar Association

The Missouri Bar

Community Involvement

AFSP Out of the Darkness St. Louis Suicide Prevention Walk

Languages

Malayalam (fluent speaking only)

Public Profile

Abhi, an associate attorney at our St. Louis office, excels at navigating complex legal challenges, particularly in emerging areas of health law. With a unique blend of creativity and analytical skills, Abhi is dedicated to bridging the gap between the healthcare and legal landscapes.

With a strong foundation in neuroscience and criminology from the University of Texas at Dallas, Abhi relocated to St. Louis in 2020 to further develop his experiences in health law at St. Louis University School of Law. During his time in law school, he embraced leadership roles in various organizations, notably serving as a Student Mentor for the Health Law Association and as Secretary and Student Mentor for the Asian American Law Student Association. He was also an active member of the South Asian Bar Association.

Abhi's legal journey expanded in his 1L year when he became the inaugural Legal and Compliance In-House Counsel Intern for MiTek Inc., a leading global construction firm in Chesterfield, Missouri. Here, he gained valuable insights into global privacy law research, mergers and acquisitions due diligence, and third-party compliance screening. Following this role, he further developed his skills as a Legal and Compliance intern at Centene Corporation, a prominent managed healthcare company in Clayton, Missouri. His work included conflict avoidance strategies, federal regulatory assessments, and comprehensive contract analysis, equipping him with the tools to creatively solve client issues.

Hailing from Dallas, Abhi is a dedicated fan of his hometown sports teams, including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, and Stars. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, engaging in fantasy sports with friends and family, and volunteering within the St. Louis community.

Abhi is a Dallas native who enjoys supporting his hometown sports teams, including the Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, and Stars. He enjoys playing basketball and fantasy sports with his friends and family, reading, and volunteering in the St. Louis community.

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