Leadership Team
Mark Day
Chief Operating Officer
Mark Day is a powerhouse in the legal research industry, trusted by over a thousand attorneys and case managers to uncover complex insurance policies and deliver the critical intelligence that drives high-stakes settlements.
With deep expertise in complex claims history, Mark specializes in identifying difficult-to-trace policies, unraveling hidden coverage, and examining hundreds of layers of legal documentation with unmatched precision.
His meticulous approach ensures no critical detail is overlooked—especially those others miss.
Mark’s background in Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation has not only shaped his investigative expertise but also elevated Coastal Research to become the leading authority for plaintiff attorneys nationwide.
His ability to navigate intricate cases, decode layered policy structures, and deliver decisive intelligence gives law firms the competitive edge they need to maximize recoveries.
Grady Escobar
Chief Executive Officer
Grady Escobar is known for his skillset in high-stakes negotiations, sales strategy, and legal industry branding, commanding the attention of law firms and decision-makers nationwide.
Grady is the driving force behind Coastal Research’s explosive growth, executing marketing campaigns that balance efficiency with creativity, ensuring maximum impact while outmaneuvering the competition.
His ability to negotiate at the highest levels and turn skeptics into long-term clients has positioned Coastal Research as the undisputed market leader in policy investigations.
Before Coastal, Grady built a reputation as a high-impact marketing expert, executing projects for businesses across the Southeast.
As the CEO of Coastal, Grady ensures that when law firms need results, they don’t look elsewhere.
Coastal Research isn’t just another vendor—it’s the solution insurance companies wish didn’t exist.
Rashid Khan
Director of Technology
Rashid is a seasoned automation engineer and systems developer with advanced expertise in cloud-based workflow orchestration and a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
His research, published in IEEE Access, focused on electric vehicle integration into active distribution systems, reflecting a strong foundation in engineering and system optimization.
Driven by a passion for coding, logical reasoning, and problem solving, Rashid transitioned from academia to software development, where he has completed over 800 projects for global clients.
As Systems & Technology Director at Coastal Research, Rashid oversees the digital infrastructure that connects personal injury law firms to Coastal’s internal systems. His focus is on building secure, scalable API integrations, automating workflows, and deploying AI-assisted backend tools that accelerate the intake, processing, and delivery of case-critical data.
His ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive, automated systems makes him a key force behind Coastal’s operational efficiency and responsiveness.
Brandon Moseley
Senior VP
Brandon Moseley is the driving force behind client success, known for delivering results where others fall short.
With a degree in Logistics from Auburn University and a background in mortgage, logistics, and high-level operational restructuring, Brandon has a proven track record of saving companies millions, eliminating inefficiencies, and turning failing systems into powerhouses of productivity.
His ability to identify weaknesses, optimize performance, and execute with precision has positioned him as an indispensable asset to Coastal Research’s dominance in the legal industry.
Brandon’s no-nonsense approach, operational expertise, and unyielding commitment to customer service make him a formidable force in high-stakes policy investigations.
He doesn’t just manage client accounts—he redefines industry standards, ensuring Coastal Research delivers the service law firms truly deserve.
Mauricio Cardona
General Cousel
Mauricio Cardona is a member of the Davillier Law Group, who is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States.
Mauricio is an accomplished professional with 20 years of combined experience as a lawyer and business executive. Mr. Cardona is known as an effective litigator, has represented clients across the United States, and has tried over 30 matters in his career.
Mr. Cardona practices in the areas of civil and commercial litigation, governance, exempted securities, FCPA compliance, due diligence for complex commercial transactions, as well as general business advice.
Mr. Cardona has helped clients structure offerings that raised tens of millions of dollars, conducted due diligence for multimillion dollar international transactions, conducted internal investigations for multinational companies facing FCPA compliance issues, and helped numerous businesses to establish governance protocols and management companies to reduce owner exposure.
Mr. Cardona received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law and holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Colorado and a Bachelor of Science in International Business from Bradley University.