Brian K. Pearlstein

Ed Donovan is a partner in Kirkland’s Washington, D.C., office where he focuses on intellectual property and technology-related litigation. His experience includes trials, arbitrations and preliminary injunction proceedings in federal and state courts and before the International Trade Commission. Ed has substantial experience in patent infringement litigation in district courts across the United States. As lead counsel, he has tried patent infringement cases to verdict in bench and jur...

Brian E. Hayes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor Law - Management. Brian E. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Brian E. Hayes 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 Brian E. Hayes is held by other lawyers.

Timothy L. Bransford is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Communications Law. Timothy L. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy L. Bransford 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 Timothy L. Bransford is held by other lawyers.

Craig McRobbie works directly with inventors to prepare patent applications in the areas of biotechnology, biochemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry and biology. Mr. McRobbie prosecutes patent applications including corresponding with clients and preparing replies to all USPTO correspondence. Mr. McRobbie handles cases before the USPTO Patent Trial and Appeal Board, and prepares patentability, non-infringement, validity and freedom-to-operate opinions. Mr....

Arnold D. Spevack is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Arnold D. practices law in Bethesda, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Arnold D. Spevack since 2020. 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 Arnold D. Spevack is held by other lawyers.

Christina M. Gattuso is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law and Financial Services Regulation Law. Christina M. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Christina M. Gattuso 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 Christina M. Gattuso is held by other l...

Paul F. Forshay is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law and Energy Regulatory Law. Paul F. practices law in Washington, District of Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Paul F. Forshay 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 Paul F. Forshay is held by other lawyers.

Elizabeth’s practice has focused exclusively on family law since 2016. She handles matters including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution, business valuation, step-parent adoption, premarital agreements, protective orders, and enforcement issues. Her cases have included complex issues such as mental health concerns, domestic abuse, alcohol and drug addiction, parental alienation, financial tracing, and unilateral dissipation of assets. Elizabeth belie...

Sara W. Koblitz advises FDA-regulated clients on a range of issues with a particular focus on Hatch-Waxman patent and exclusivity, biosimilars, and the Orange Book. She helps drug and device manufacturers in various stages of product development and guides clients through the applicable regulatory requirements with respect to applications and submissions, device classification, potential exclusivities, promotional issues, and post-marketing requirements. Ms. Koblitz also counsels cosmetics, f...

When clients work with David Feldman they benefit from his 50 years of experience – what he has done right as well as lessons learned and knowledge gained. The guiding principle from when he and partner, Dexter Odin, founded the firm was “the client comes first, second, and third.” That principle remains today and has been the foundation of decades-long relationships with clients. Currently, David’s practice focuses on real estate and banking issues where his practical...