Amber Davis

Tim’s extensive experience includes patent office litigation matters such as patent interference proceedings, Inter Partes Review and reexamination proceedings. He has shaped and executed winning strategies in patent litigations. In helping clients achieve their business goals, Tim devises strategies for maximizing the value of patent portfolios for litigation, licensing or acquisition. He develops and implements strategies for protecting his clients’ key technologies and for avoi...

Kimberly Wethly advises clients on the full range of executive compensation and employment‑related matters, with a particular focus on the design, implementation and administration of equity awards and other equity‑based compensation programs, including complex structures for both private and public companies. Clients note that she “is among the best executive compensation lawyers in the United States, demonstrating both deep expertise and pragmatism.”

Johanna W. Schneider advises clients on real estate development permitting and land use and environmental disputes. She represents public and private clients in real estate disputes at all stages of litigation, including trials, mediations and appeals. Her experience includes: Zoning, subdivision, wetlands and land use permitting appeals Real property disputes, including easement, adverse possession and construction claims Environmental contamination disputes Working on complex real estate de...

Andrew C. Meyer, Jr. is widely recognized as one of Boston’s top lawyers and an innovator in medical malpractice and personal injury law. Meyer has consistently achieved record-setting verdicts and settlements, including one of the largest personal injury awards in Massachusetts' history — $30 million including interest. He is the founder of Boston-based Lubin & Meyer PC , a firm known for taking on such high-profile cases as one involving shock treatment at the Judge Rotenber...

Phyllis E. Federico is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Phyllis E. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Phyllis E. Federico since 2011. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Phyllis E. Federico is held by other lawyers.

Timothy M. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Timothy M. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy M. Smith since 2008. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Timothy M. Smith is held by other lawyers.

While spending many of his formative years focusing on product liability cases, David McCormack fostered his technical and analytical approach to developing cases from the moment of the first client contact up through the time of trial. That approach has served his clients well for almost two decades. David brings his dedication to helping his clients to every case, no matter the size or subject matter. Recognized for his commitment and intensity, David has consistently been selected by his p...

Sean M. O'Brien is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Sean M. practices law in Boston, Massachusetts Best Lawyers has recognized Sean M. O'Brien since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Sean M. O'Brien is held by other lawyers.

W. Scott O'Connell is a trial attorney and litigation strategist in Holland & Knight's Boston and New York City offices. Mr. O'Connell focuses his practice on complex commercial disputes involving significant financial and reputational exposure. He has considerable experience leading class action and aggregate litigation as well as parallel government enforcement and regulatory proceedings, most notably involving health service, financial service, energy, technology, telecommunications or...

Laura Schneider is a trusted advisor who counsels clients on all aspects of labor and employment law. She advises on employment law compliance issues, workplace disputes, employee relations and executive onboarding and transitions. Ms. Schneider regularly conducts and manages sensitive internal investigations, including with respect to allegations of unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation. She also has significant experience advising public and private companies, non-profit organ...