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Sterling

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James 'Sterling' Sterling is a ruthless and cunning insurance investigator who serves as the primary rival to Nathan Ford and the Leverage team. Despite their animosity, Sterling has a begrudging respect for Nate's skills, and will go to great lengths to protect his own daughter, Olivia.

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