Benjamin F. "Ben" Holt

Mr. Savage joined Ivins, Phillips & Barker's in 1963. Since 1968, before the development and enactment of ERISA, Mr. Savage’s practice has focused primarily on the benefits field for many years. He has been the senior partner in the firm’s Executive Compensation and Benefits practice. Mr. Savage has had extensive experience in advising clients on plan design and operational matters and in handling a comprehensive spectrum of legislative, regulatory, and compliance and controve...

Debra A. Harrison is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Energy Law. Debra A. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Debra A. Harrison 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 Debra A. Harrison is held by other lawyers.

Michael J. Neary is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Michael J. practices law in Bethesda, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Michael J. Neary since 2021. 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 Michael J. Neary is held by other lawyers.

Jeff Witt is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law. Jeff practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Jeff Witt since 2024. 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 Jeff Witt is held by other lawyers.

J. Mark Poerio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. J. Mark practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized J. Mark Poerio since 2013. 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 J. Mark Poerio is held by other lawyers.

Deborah B. Baum is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Real Estate and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Deborah B. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Deborah B. Baum since 2018. 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 Deborah B. Baum is held by other lawyers.

Having tried numerous high-profile fraud and corruption cases as a veteran prosecutor for the DOJ’s Criminal Division, Edward (Ted) Kang brings a thorough understanding of white collar defense and compliance to clients under investigation by federal agencies. He applies a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to the challenging issues that his clients confront in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Ted is the co-leader of Alston & Bird’s White Collar, Government &a...

Bob Wellen, a partner of the firm, has practiced tax law for nearly 35 years. His practice involves planning, structuring and negotiating business transactions and representing taxpayers seeking private letter rulings from IRS and tax policy determinations from IRS and the Treasury Department and in controversies with IRS. He also serves as an arbitrator and as an expert witness in commercial disputes involving tax issues. Bob grew up in Jersey City, New Jersey. He graduated from Yale College...

Mitch Rapaport is a partner in the firm focusing in tax issues related to public finance and infrastructure finance transactions. During his 30 years in practice, Mr. Rapaport has participated in a wide variety of tax-exempt financings, with an emphasis on public-private partnership transactions and other project financings. Mr. Rapaport has worked on numerous public power financings; stadium and convention center transactions; and education, infrastructure and other industrial projects. What...

John McKnight is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Qui Tam Law. John practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized John McKnight since 2027. 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 John McKnight is held by other lawyers.